Location: Des Moines, IA

Start Date: 11-01-2026

End Date: 11-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Primarily day shifts with flexible scheduling to meet department needs: examples include 06:00 AM - 06:30 PM, 08:00 AM - 06:30 PM, or 09:00 AM - 06:30 PM; schedule varies across weekdays and weekends; includes weeknight call (approximately every 1-2 weeks), weekend call (approximately every 4-5th weekend), 30-minute response time, and holiday rotation. Day shift / rotating call schedule.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $62 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, patient-centered nursing care consistent with RN scope of practice and facility standards
• Perform thorough assessments, document findings, and communicate changes in patient condition clearly and promptly
• Deliver evidence-based interventions and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Respond to call assignments within the required 30-minute response time and manage urgent situations calmly and efficiently
• Participate in holiday and weekend rotations and contribute to a reliable, collaborative on-call schedule
• Complete required specialty competency testing and skills checklists to maintain clinical proficiency
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and follow infection control and safety protocols

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Iowa with license/certificate verification
• Current ACLS, BLS, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications as listed
• Completion of Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist per facility requirements
• Ability to pass required health screenings: fit test, 10-panel drug screen, immunizations (Tdap, MMR, Hep B, Varicella, influenza), COVID-19 vaccine, and TB testing (2-step PPD or IGRA)
• Comfort with flexible scheduling, including weeknight and weekend call rotations and holiday coverage
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills; dependable response time for on-call duties

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• BSN preferred where applicable

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in acute nursing assessments and patient monitoring
• Skilled in stroke assessment tools (NIHSS) and emergency response protocols
• Comfortable with call rotation workflows and rapid response expectations
• Familiarity with Trinity specialty competency processes and documentation
• Strong clinical judgment, prioritization, and time management under pressure
• Effective interdisciplinary communication and patient/family education

Benefits

• Competitive travel contract pay with travel reimbursement and housing stipend options to make your assignment comfortable
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current without the headache
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage so you can stay healthy while helping others
• Paid time off so you can recharge between great assignments
• 401(k) retirement savings options and financial planning support for long-term security
• Life insurance and supplemental benefits to protect what matters most
• Access to specialty competency training and professional development to grow your skills
• A supportive team environment that values your expertise and work-life balance
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded

Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA

Explore Des Moines between shifts: stroll the Pappajohn Sculpture Park and downtown Riverwalk, browse boutiques and restaurants in the East Village, relax at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, or catch a show at local theaters. Enjoy craft breweries, farm-to-table dining, and easy weekend getaways to nearby parks and regional cities—perfect for making the most of your contract stay.

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