Location: Mason City, IA

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, overnight schedule with every third weekend rotation (night)

Hours per Week: 36

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, high-quality nursing care for medical-surgical orthopedic patients
• Perform thorough patient assessments and implement individualized care plans
• Administer medications and IV therapies safely and accurately
• Deliver post-operative care, monitor recovery, and escalate changes in condition
• Document care clearly in the electronic medical record and communicate with the care team
• Educate patients and families about procedures, recovery expectations, and discharge planning
• Collaborate with surgeons, therapists, and other clinicians to optimize patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license with verification required
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Familiarity with Medical-Surgical Orthopedics; prior med-surg or ortho experience preferred
• Completion of Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist as part of onboarding
• Ability to meet facility health and screening requirements including fit test, drug screen, immunizations, and physical/health statement

Education

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

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Post-operative orthopedic care and mobility support
• Medication administration and IV therapy competency
• Proficiency with documentation and electronic medical records
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with NIHSS for neurological assessment
• Commitment to infection control and patient safety practices

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make settling in a breeze
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for the future
• Life insurance for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge and come back energized
• Travel reimbursement to help with assignment logistics
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program for recommending great teammates
• A supportive team that values YOU and your professional growth

Travel Perks: Explore Mason City, IA

Mason City is a charming North Iowa hub with cultural and outdoor perks. Explore Frank Lloyd Wright's Park Inn Hotel and Stockman House, wander Music Man Square to celebrate the town's Musical heritage, or take easy day trips to nearby Clear Lake for boating, beaches, and the famous Surf Ballroom. Enjoy local farmers markets, cozy restaurants, and parks for weekend walks and fresh-air time.

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