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RN - ICU
Location: Des Moines, IA
Start Date: 07-13-2026
End Date: 10-17-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, every other weekend and every other holiday; includes July 3 and 4 required work days
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 exceptional, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU
- Monitor and interpret vital signs, lab results, and advanced hemodynamics
- Administer medications and treatments with precision and compassion
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and adjust care plans
- Support and educate patients and families during their most challenging moments
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Iowa or compact state
- BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications (all required)
- Minimum 1-2 years of recent ICU experience preferred
- Ability to work night shifts and every other weekend/holiday
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong critical thinking and assessment skills in high-acuity settings
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Proficiency in using electronic health records and monitoring equipment
- Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy
- Generous housing stipend or company-provided housing
- Travel reimbursement to get you there and back
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions
- Licensure reimbursement and continuing education support
- 24/7 support from a dedicated team that has your back
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA
Discover all that Des Moines has to offer: explore the Des Moines Art Center, catch a show at the Civic Center, enjoy outdoor fun at Gray's Lake Park, and sample the local food scene. Plus, the Iowa State Fair is a must-see!
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Ready to start your next adventure as a RN - 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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