Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care
Iowa City, IA
Connected Health Care
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start Date03/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Company provided housing options
- Cancelation protection
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
Qualifications
Description
Contract RN Positions - Med Surg, Emergency Medicine
Des Moines, Iowa – 13 weeks
Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate travel professionals like you for a 13-week opportunity located in or near Des Moines, Iowa. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Job Requirements
- Education Requirements: Valid nursing degree (RN License) from an accredited program
- Certifications Requirements: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC
- Experience Requirements: Minimum of 2 years of ED experience, with demonstrated competency in emergency care
- Other Requirements: Ability to work night shifts, excellent communication skills, strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities
What We Offer
- Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates $13 above market average—we benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive.
- Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments—plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.
- Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: For educational services team members who join or extend with us, your medical, dental, and vision coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons, ensuring no gaps in your coverage so you can recharge without worry.
- Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license + CEU reimbursements, are just some of the ways we invest in our team because you deserve a partner who grows with you.
- Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!) travel/mileage reimbursements; guaranteed hours and cancellation protection; nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas—we manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life.
- Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs; user-friendly portal for seamless onboarding (avg 14 days); shifts customized to your needs; rapid interviews (38 hours typical)—we value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your schedule.
Why Connected Health Care?
- We Care About Your Journey: In this demanding field, we start by listening—providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel seen and supported from the first click, aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.
- Personalized Job Matches That Fit You: Tell us your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state preferences, or work-life balance needs—we craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you.
- Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner—delivering 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements because we know the toll of shortages and want to ease it for you.
- A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate in a competitive world—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive emergency and medical-surgical care to diverse patient populations in a fast-paced hospital setting.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient status, treatments, and outcomes.
- Execute advanced life support interventions during critical situations, ensuring patient safety and stabilization.
- Adapt quickly to changing clinical scenarios, demonstrating critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Apply now through Connected Health Care – submit your resume today!
Employer
Connected Health Care
16 nurses recommend working with Connected Health Care
Pros
I have been a travel nurse for 8 years, and this team has really had my back. I loved my recruiters.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Connected Health Care
About Iowa City, IA
As a travel nurse in Iowa City, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 84°F and winter lows of 14°F.
- Expect warm summers and cold winters.
- Short-term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near the university.
- Car-friendly city with ample parking.
- Limited public transportation options, but the compact size makes it bike-friendly.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies, respiratory conditions, and obesity.
- Iowa City has a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, college sports events, and numerous outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and water sports near the Iowa River.
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