ICU Registered Nurse
Des Moines, IA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Explore a rewarding ICU RN travel job in Des Moines, Iowa. Join a dynamic Cardiac Surgical ICU team for a 26-week assignment where you can apply your critical care nursing skills while supporting patients recovering from complex cardiac and surgical procedures. Des Moines, located in the vibrant 50314 area, offers a welcoming Midwest atmosphere, a growing downtown, scenic riverfront spaces, and plenty of local dining and recreation to enjoy outside of work.
Job Details
- Location: Des Moines, IA 50314
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Unit: Cardiac Surgical ICU
- Start Date: September 6, 2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
- Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed hours
- Schedule Notes: End-of-week and every-other-weekend rotation
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020–$2,130
Registered Nurse Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
- At least 1 year of ICU nursing experience
- Experience in a cardiac ICU or surgical critical care setting preferred
- Ability to work night shifts and maintain a high standard of patient care
- Comfort completing standard travel nurse onboarding and compliance requirements
- Strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, compassionate care to critically ill cardiac surgical patients
- Monitor patient condition and respond quickly to changes in status in a fast-paced critical care environment
- Administer medications and treatments according to plan of care and unit protocols
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate charting and documentation throughout the shift
- Support safe, efficient workflow in a busy Cardiac Surgical ICU
Apply now for this travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa and take the next step in your critical care RN career.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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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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