Select Specialty Hospital - Des Moines·Des Moines, Iowa
The Registered Nurse is responsible for performing systematic patient assessments, interpreting diagnostic data, and ensuring accurate documentation. They also manage admissions, transcribe medical orders, and provide compassionate care during rapid response or code events.
Overview Registered Nurse (RN) - Per Diem Tier 2 Select Specialty Hospital - Des Moines, IA Schedule: Per Diem 2 – 12 hr shifts per week 3 Holidays per year Every other Weekend rotation.
Or 3 weekends every 6 weeks Tier 2 Per Diem Rate: $57.00 per hour plus shift differentials for nights & weekends Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery.
We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Registered Nurses (RNs) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.
At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being.
Start Strong: Extensive and thorough Registered Nurse (RN) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 nationwide committed to providing exceptional care.
Receive admissions and/or transfers to the unit Initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment Timely and accurate documentation using appropriate systems Interpret assessment/diagnostic data including labs and telemetry Ensure medical orders are transcribed and processed accurately Competence in Rapid Response and code events Instruct and counsel patients/families Performs other duties as assigned
Valid State RN License BLS is required at hire. ACLS is required at hire.
Preferred Qualifications: Clinical experience Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must hold a valid State RN license and possess current BLS and ACLS certifications. One year of clinical experience is preferred for this role.
Market context
In Iowa, nursing roles often stay competitive because healthcare employers need candidates who are already in an accredited RN program and hold required certifications such as BLS for Healthcare Providers and Mandatory Reporter training. This role may appeal to applicants seeking a monthly stipend plus licensure and board fee reimbursement. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; confirm your enrollment status, certifications, and training before applying.
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