PCU RN
Des Moines, IA
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,106/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility Information1:2 Patient ratioShort Term Acute Care479 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring neuro, ortho, and trauma care experience with an active IA or compact RN license.
Details
- Surgical/Neuro/Ortho PCU with 25 beds
- Patient population includes heavy neuro trauma, neurosurgery, craniectomy, and orthopedic cases
- RN to patient ratio of 1:5-6
- Night shift, 4x12s, 48 hrs/week (36 hrs/week option available)
- Weekend rotation required (every other weekend for 48-hr schedules or every third weekend for 36-hr schedules)
- No on-call requirements
- Required to float across UnityPoint Health campuses including Iowa Methodist MC, Iowa Lutheran, and Iowa Methodist West
- Uses Epic EMR
- Utilizes telemetry, left equipment, chest tubes, and Airvo equipment
Requirements
- Active IA or compact/multistate RN license required
- BLS and ACLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
- NIHSS certification preferred, may be obtained during onboarding
- De-escalation certification (CPI, MOAB, MAB, or SAMA) preferred
- Minimum 24 months of Medical Surgical, IMCU, Stepdown, or Progressive Care experience in a hospital setting required
- Neurology/neurosurgery care experience required
- Orthopedic care experience required
- Trauma care experience highly preferred, Trauma Level I experience highly preferred
- Epic EMR experience required
- EKG/strip reading and telemetry experience required
- Experience with Heparin, PCA, and 3% Sodium/Na drips required
- Must have completed at least one prior travel assignment (no first-time travelers)
- Driver's license required for consideration
- Professional reference from a supervisor, charge nurse, manager, director, CNO, or COO within the past 24 months preferred
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care to a high-acuity neuro, neurosurgery, and orthopedic trauma patient population
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Holiday rotation required, including 1-2 of 3 Summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) unless the unit is closed
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
- Prior UnityPoint Health FTE or PRN float pool employees are restricted from accepting travel assignments at other UnityPoint markets within 12 months of separation
Facility
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Iowa Methodist Medical Center
- 1:2 Patient ratioVerified by 23 Vivian users
- Short Term Acute Care
- 479 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Des Moines, IA
About
Des Moines is Iowa's capital and largest city. Located on the Des Moines River in the south-central part of the state, it offers Midwestern charm and a wide range of attractions. Over 800 miles of biking trails and countless others for walking, running or hiking draw outdoor enthusiasts. Just southwest of downtown is Gray's Lake Park, with a 1.9-mile trail that circles the lake, a designated beach area for swimming and boat rentals for those wanting to take out canoes and sailboats. Des Moines is also a wonderful fishing spot for largemouth bass, catfish and crappie. Downtown Historic Court hosts the local farmers' market, one of the best in the country, with vendors from more than 50 Iowa counties selling everything from handcrafted items and flowers to fresh produce, cheeses and meats, and live entertainment while browsing.
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