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Registered Nurse - ICU
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Start Date: 07-13-2026
End Date: 11-10-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, every other weekend and every other holiday
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $64 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to critically ill patients in the ICU
- Monitor and assess patient conditions, intervening as necessary
- Administer medications, titrate drips, and manage life-support equipment
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other team members
- Educate patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions
Qualifications
- Current RN license in the state of Iowa (compact license accepted)
- BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of ICU experience preferred
- Willingness to float to other units as needed
Knowledge & Skills
- Critical thinking and quick decision-making in high-stress situations
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting cardiac rhythms and lab values
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Comfort with electronic health records and medical equipment
Benefits
- Housing stipend to help you settle in comfortably
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Paid Time Off to recharge
- Travel reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
- A supportive team that values YOU
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, Iowa
Explore the vibrant city of Des Moines with its thriving arts scene, local breweries, and outdoor activities. Visit the Des Moines Art Center, stroll through the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, or enjoy hiking and biking trails along the Des Moines River. Weekend trips to nearby attractions like the Bridges of Madison County or the Iowa Great Lakes.
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - ICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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