RN - MS Tele
Location: Des Moines, IA
Start Date: 02-03-2026
End Date: 05-31-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift (Long nights). Specific start/end times and scheduled days to be confirmed by the facility scheduling team
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
- Assess, monitor, and provide compassionate care for medical-surgical telemetry patients using sound clinical judgment
- Interpret telemetry and promptly escalate clinical changes to the care team
- Administer medications and treatments safely and document care accurately in the electronic health record
- Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes
- Perform admissions, discharges, and patient education focused on recovery and self-care
- Participate in emergency response and follow ACLS protocols when needed
- Complete required Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and skills checklists to maintain high-quality practice
- Adhere to infection control policies and complete required health screenings and vaccinations
Qualifications
- Active Nursing License (RN) required
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- TNCC and NIHSS certifications required
- Experience in medical-surgical telemetry nursing preferred
- Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings (2-step PPD or IGRA, drug screen, fit test) and provide immunization/health documentation
Knowledge & Skills
- Telemetry monitoring and rhythm interpretation
- Medical-surgical clinical assessment and interventions
- ACLS protocols and emergency response
- Strong documentation skills in electronic health records
- Excellent communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary staff
- Infection control practices and PPE fit testing knowledge
- Comfort with facility-specific competency testing and skills verification
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your assignment comfortable
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
- 401K retirement savings plan and life insurance options
- Supportive team environment that values your clinical skills and wellbeing
- Opportunity for professional development and specialty competency training
- Referral bonus program for referring great teammates
Travel Perks: Explore Des Moines, IA
Explore Des Moines while on assignment: stroll through the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, visit the Des Moines Art Center and the historic Iowa State Capitol, shop and dine in the East Village, relax at Gray's Lake Park, and enjoy the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Weekend escapes include the charming Amana Colonies and scenic state parks for hiking and biking.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a RN - MS Tele? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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