Job Title: Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Location: Des Moines, IA, United States, 50314
Work Type: Onsite
Department: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Shift: Night Shift | 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Schedule: 3 shifts per week (12-hour shifts)
Hours: 36 hours/week
Contract Duration: Jan 12, 2026 - May 11, 2026 (90 days)
Pay Rate: $60.28 / hr
The Registered Nurse - ICU provides comprehensive nursing care to acutely and critically ill patients within the Intensive Care Unit. This role is responsible for implementing patient care plans, monitoring patient conditions, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced critical care environment.
ICU & Critical Care Nursing
Acute & Critical Patient Management
Patient Assessment & Monitoring
Clinical Documentation
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Provide direct nursing care to critically and acutely ill patients in the ICU.
Implement, monitor, and evaluate individualized medical care plans.
Continuously assess patient conditions and respond promptly to changes in status.
Direct and supervise nursing personnel assigned to patient care activities.
Maintain standard unit operations in the absence of the Head Nurse, as required.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required.
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state license or compact license, as applicable).
Certifications Required:
Preferred Certification:
Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a high-acuity environment.
Traveler ICU RN experience preferred.
Des Moines, IA, United States - Onsite
