Job description
Registered Nurse - Long Term Assignment
Location: Des Moines, IA
Start Date: 10-08-2026
End Date: 07-02-2027
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating shifts, includes every other weekend and holidays
Candidate Pay Rate: $55 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 and competent nursing care to a diverse patient population
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans
- Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and perform treatments as ordered
- Document patient progress and communicate effectively with healthcare team members
- Educate patients and their families on health conditions and post-discharge care
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse license in the state of Iowa
- Current BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications
- Previous experience in an acute care setting preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Knowledge & Skills
- Critical care and emergency nursing knowledge
- Trauma nursing and stroke care expertise
- Proficient in patient assessment and medication administration
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Housing assistance available
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Paid Time Off
- Referral bonus program
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA
Explore Des Moines' vibrant downtown, visit the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, enjoy local breweries and restaurants, and take weekend trips to nearby lakes and trails.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Long Term Assignment? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.