Location: Des Moines, IA

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-24-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating shifts (EOW / EOH), schedule varies; must be willing to float between Mercy Main and West Des Moines

Hours per Week: 36

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 high-quality medical-surgical telemetry nursing care to assigned patients
• Continuously monitor telemetry rhythms and promptly escalate concerns for abnormal findings
• Perform focused assessments and intervene to stabilize patients when needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans
• Float between Mercy Main and West Des Moines to support staffing needs and continuity of care
• Complete Trinity specialty competency testing and skills validation to maintain clinical readiness
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely handoffs during shift changes
• Adhere to infection control, vaccination, and health screening requirements to keep patients and staff safe

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license with verification (RN license verification required)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• TNCC and NIHSS certifications as listed
• Experience or comfort with Medical-Surgical Telemetry and telemetry monitoring
• Willingness and ability to float between Mercy Main and West Des Moines
• Successful completion of Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist
• Ability to complete required health screenings including fit test, drug screen, and immunizations

Knowledge & Skills

• Medical-Surgical Telemetry best practices and telemetry rhythm recognition
• Telemetry monitoring and timely escalation of abnormal rhythms
• Safe patient handling while floating across multiple units
• Clinical assessment, prioritization, and acute care interventions
• Familiarity with competency testing workflows and skills validation processes

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical judgment
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• Comprehensive onboarding with Trinity specialty competency support to set you up for success
• Opportunities for professional growth and skills validation through Trinity Skills Checklist
• Paid time to complete required health screenings and fit testing before you start
• Flexible scheduling options to help balance work and life
• Access to organizational resources and peer support for high-quality patient care
• A collaborative environment where your telemetry expertise makes a real impact

Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA

Explore Des Moines during your assignment. Walk the scenic Pappajohn Sculpture Park downtown, visit the Iowa State Capitol with its impressive architecture, and enjoy the Des Moines Art Center and Botanical Garden. Grab breakfast or local treats at the Farmers' Market in the Historic Court Avenue area, catch a game or event at Principal Park, and spend downtime at Gray's Lake Park for a easy trail stroll or paddleboarding. Weekend trips to nearby small towns and outdoor areas are easy and refreshing.

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