Travel ICU Flex Pool RN - $2,293 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/08/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Cardiac Surgical ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Assignment in Des Moines, IA 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 . Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We 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. GHR Healthcare Job ID 510847. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ICU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.