Location: West Des Moines, IA

Contract Type: Travel Contract

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 skilled, compassionate ICU nursing care for critically ill adults and/or pediatrics as assigned
• Assess, monitor, and document patient condition using evidence-based critical care practices
• Administer medications, titrate drips, and manage advanced life support interventions per protocol
• Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes
• Respond rapidly and effectively to emergency situations and rapid response events
• Complete required Trinity specialty competency testing and maintain skills checklist documentation
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and participate in shift handoffs to ensure continuity of care
• Adhere to all license, certification, and health screening requirements to maintain safe practice

Qualifications

• Valid RN license for Iowa (license/certificate verification required)
• BLS and ACLS required
• TNCC and NIHSS certifications required as noted
• Current compliance with employer health requirements (fit test, drug screen, immunizations including COVID-19, MMR, Hep B, influenza, TB screening, varicella, Tdap)
• Demonstrated ICU experience preferred (critical care competencies and comfort with ventilators, drips, and rapid assessment)
• Willingness to complete Trinity-specific competency testing and skills checklist

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong critical care assessment and monitoring skills
• Experience with ventilator management and vasoactive infusions
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and accurate clinical documentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork in high-acuity settings
• Ability to prioritize, triage, and respond in emergency situations
• Commitment to ongoing learning and following specialty-specific competency standards

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to help you balance life and work
• Supportive team environment where your expertise is valued
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Generous opportunities for professional development and specialty competency testing
• Paid time to complete required onboarding and health screenings
• Travel support and reimbursement for contract assignments
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• Access to hospital resources, training, and mentorship

Travel Perks: Explore West Des Moines, IA

West Des Moines is a great home base for a travel RN. Enjoy shopping and dining at Jordan Creek Town Center, scenic walks and trails at Raccoon River Park, and easy access to downtown Des Moines attractions like the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, the Des Moines Farmers Market, and Principal Park for a baseball game. Plenty of parks, local breweries, and weekend road-trip options (Ames, Iowa City, and quaint small towns) make exploring the area convenient and fun between shifts.

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