ICU Registered Nurse

ICU Registered Nurse

Supplemental Health Care is hiring ICU Registered Nurses for contract assignments at partnering hospitals in Des Moines, Iowa. Whether you're looking to travel or stay local, we're committed to helping Intensive Care Unit RNs find the right fit with top hospitals across the country. With more than 40 years of experience in healthcare staffing, Supplemental Health Care offers reliable support, competitive pay, and great benefits every step of the way.

Qualifications:

• Current RN License in Iowa or Compact RN License where applicable
• American Heart Association BLS
• ACLS
• 1-2 years of recent ICU nursing experience

ICU RN Contract Details:

• $1,926 - $2,113 per week*
• 13-week full-time contract with possibility to extend
• NOC shift available

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-acuity care to critically ill or unstable patients requiring advanced monitoring and life-support interventions.
• Monitor and interpret vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic data; respond rapidly to changes in patient condition.
• Administer medications, including titratable drips, sedation, and emergency drugs, per ICU protocols.
• Manage ventilators, infusion pumps, central lines, arterial lines, and other critical-care equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to update and execute patient care plans.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families during complex or high-stress situations.
• Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.

*Estimated weekly payment may include both taxable wages and tax-free reimbursements for meals, housing, and incidentals. Please speak with a recruiter for details.

Apply today to get started with this ICU RN contract opportunity, or talk to our team about the full range of Registered Nurse opportunities available.

What We Offer:

• Full medical, dental, vision, life, and even pet insurance!
• Round the clock support. No matter where you are or what time it is, Supplemental Health Care is standing by.
• SHC's Share the Care referral program is the most dynamic, profitable referral program in the industry.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a wide range of investment options.
• Discounted and free online access to CEU courses through Supplemental University.

Supplemental Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates, including veterans and those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. SHC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, or federal law. To learn more, visit