Location: Council Bluffs, IA

Start Date: 04-13-2026

End Date: 07-13-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shifts, 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM, 12-hour nights, rotating schedule with every third weekend and holiday coverage (NOC)

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 expert, compassionate critical care to medical ICU patients including sepsis, respiratory failure, stroke and MI
• Safely titrate IV drips and vasopressors while continuously assessing hemodynamic status
• Monitor and verify telemetry strips and respond promptly to rhythm changes
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists and centralized monitor techs to stabilize and escalate care
• Troubleshoot ventilator and BiPAP issues in partnership with RT and support safe respiratory management
• Document care accurately and efficiently in EPIC to ensure continuity and quality
• Serve as a reliable team member who can float to Progressive Care (PCU) when needed
• Complete orientation, demonstrate skills competence and pass the required orientation exam

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license in the appropriate state (license to submit required)
• BLS, ACLS and NIHSS certifications required at start
• PALS and TNCC preferred and a plus for your application
• Minimum of 2 years ICU experience preferred, especially with drips and ventilator/ BiPAP care
• Comfort titrating vasopressors, sedation drips and other critical care infusions
• Experience with EPIC charting and centralized telemetry environments
• Valid driver's license required for radius rule verification
• Adherence to facility policies including fingernail/artificial nail restrictions

Knowledge & Skills

• Critical care assessment and rapid clinical decision-making
• Ventilator basics, BiPAP troubleshooting and working knowledge of respiratory support
• Vasopressor and sedation infusion titration (levo, neo, cardene, precedex, propofol, etc.)
• Telemetry monitoring and ECG strip interpretation
• Familiarity with Draeger monitors and centralized monitoring systems
• Strong documentation skills in EPIC
• Ability to work autonomously overnight and collaborate with day teams
• Patient stabilization and transfer coordination when higher-level care is needed

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make relocation easier
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage for peace of mind
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Life insurance and short-term disability options
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program to reward you for great teammates
• A supportive ICU team that values your expertise and growth
• Orientation and unit-specific support so you hit the floor confidently

Travel Perks: Explore Council Bluffs, IA

Council Bluffs sits on the Missouri River right across from Omaha, giving you easy weekend access to big-city amenities. Explore the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and walk between Iowa and Nebraska, visit the world-class Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium in nearby Omaha, stroll the Old Market for boutique shops and restaurants, or enjoy outdoor time at Lake Manawa State Park and Hitchcock Nature Center. Local casinos, golf courses, and a lively dining scene make for fun downtime when you're off shift.

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