Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Dubuque, IA
Trinity Health FirstChoice
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,592/week
Posted 10 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care215 beds

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,592/week

Benefits

  • Employee assistance programs
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Discount program

Description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Description:

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RNs are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!  

  

What you will do:   

  • Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions   

  • Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice: Assess, Outcomes Identification / Solutions, Plan, Implement, Evaluate   

  • Acts independently & appropriately within license, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area  

  • Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes  

  • Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes  

  • Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities   

  • Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities  

  

Minimum Qualifications:   

  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.   

  • Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of practice/employment.  

  • Minimum of eighteen (18) months of recent clinical experience for Med Surg, Tele and PCU.   

  • Minimum two (2) years of recent clinical experience for all remaining specialties including Critical Care, Surgical Services, Maternal Services, Emergency Department and Behavioral Health.   

  • Required to have and maintain the credentials required per their specialty area (ex: ACLS, TNCC, etc). BLS, ACLS and PALS must be obtained through American Heart Association   

   

Position Highlights and Benefits:   

  • Premium Pay  

  • Flexible Scheduling  

  • Travel and Per Diem opportunities available  

  • Variety of Practice Settings  

  • Learning Opportunities  

  • DailyPay available  

  • Opportunity for reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment   

  • Opportunity to participate in 403B program   

   

Ministry Information:   

  • FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life.   

  • FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence.   

  • You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!  

Job Details:  

Location: MercyOne Dubuque

Start Date: Flexible 

Weeks: 13 

Hours: 36 

Shift: Day(7a-7p)

Gross Weekly Rate: $2,592.00

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health FirstChoice Job ID #00632146. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Registered Nurse, RN, ICU

Facility

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center

3.5rating(11 reviews)
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Yashika G
Rehabilitation (RN)
Jun '25
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MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 215 beds
ADDRESS250 Mercy DriveDubuque, IA 52001
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Employer

Trinity Health FirstChoice

3.8rating(42 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Trinity Health FirstChoice

5.0rating

Pros

Amazing team to work for! Nurse recruiter was awesome! Mercy West Des Moines was fun and rewarding.

Cons

None!

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FirstChoice offers a rewarding career with significant premium pay and flexible scheduling to fit your life. FirstChoice healthcare travel professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!
Healthcare travel professionals, join us in caring for our community, we can't do it without you.FirstChoice exclusively supports facilities within the Trinity Health system meaning you will have a consistent experience between job sites. Your training at one site will apply to other sites within the region and will minimize the time you are spending outside of patient care. We understand that there has been a fundamental shift in the nursing position in recent years and like any other employee, nurses want more options and flexibility in their careers. FirstChoice provides you with both along with the comfort and security of one employer.
Benefits of Being a FirstChoice healthcare travel professional:
  • Premium pay
  • Choose your own travel adventure—work in a variety of practice settings
  • Wide range of assignments available
  • Housing and meal stipend

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements of a FirstChoice Nurse:
  • Registered nurse with a license in the state(s) you will work
  • Minimum of 2 years, depending on specialty area
  • Cannot hold a concurrent position at a Trinity Health facility

Trinity Health is a leading not-for-profit Catholic health system with 92 hospitals and hundreds of primary, specialty and continuing care centers across the United States.
Response timewithin a day
Travel jobs$1,464–4,400/week
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About Dubuque, IA

As a travel nurse in Dubuque, IA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Dubuque is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 82°F, and average lows are around 63°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 28°F, and average lows are around 10°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Dubuque, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and housing availability.
Transportation
  • Dubuque is fairly car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
  • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Dubuque has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular disease.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
Things to Do
  • Dubuque offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and popular chains.
  • The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with galleries and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and water sports along the Mississippi River.
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