Job description
RN - Med/Surg/Telemetry
Location: Des Moines, IA
Start Date: 08-24-2026
End Date: 02-21-2027
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: EOW/EOH rotation; specific shift times not specified
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 bedside care to patients on a Med/Surg/Telemetry unit
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and promptly report changes to the care team
- Administer medications and treatments with precision and care
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver optimal patient outcomes
- Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery, and discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate electronic health records and document patient progress
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Iowa or a valid compact state license
- BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications required
- Med/Surg or Telemetry experience strongly preferred
- Must pass Trinity specialty competency testing and skills checklist
- Completion of health screening requirements including drug screen, immunizations, and fit test
Knowledge & Skills
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring
- Compassionate patient assessment and care planning
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Accurate documentation in electronic health records
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Patient and family education
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to build your future
- Paid time off to recharge
- Travel reimbursement to help with relocation
- Licensure reimbursement and support
- A supportive team culture that values you
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA
While on assignment in Des Moines, explore the scenic Riverwalk and Gray's Lake Park, visit the historic East Village shops and restaurants, check out the Des Moines Art Center and Science Center, and catch a performance at the Des Moines Civic Center. If you're here in August, don't miss the famous Iowa State Fair!
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a RN - Med/Surg/Telemetry? 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.