Location: Des Moines, IA

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-21-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, every other weekend (EOW) and every other holiday (EOH)

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 compassionate, high-acuity care to critically ill patients in the ICU
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, responding quickly to changes
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and life-support treatments
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create and adjust care plans
• Support and educate patients and their families during intense moments

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Iowa or compact state
• BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications
• Previous ICU or critical care experience preferred
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for making a real difference in patients' lives

Knowledge & Skills

• Critical care nursing expertise
• Patient assessment and monitoring
• Ventilator management
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• Medication administration and titration
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Paid Time Off to recharge
• Travel reimbursement
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• A supportive team that values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA

Explore the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, stroll through the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, or catch a show at the Des Moines Civic Center. Enjoy local craft breweries, farm-to-table dining, and the scenic High Trestle Trail. With Gray's Lake Park and the Iowa State Capitol nearby, you'll find plenty to do during your time off!

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