Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $3,369 per week
Des Moines, IA, 50319, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Travel Nurse
- NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care
This position is for a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Des Moines, Iowa, with a 13-week contract starting November 2025. The role requires at least one year of NICU experience, valid RN licensure, and certifications in BLS and ACLS, providing specialized nursing care to critically ill newborns. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, licensure reimbursement, travel assistance, and 24/7 support through Focus Staff, a trusted healthcare staffing agency.
Focus Staff is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/24/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Focus Staff is seeking a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse for a travel contract in Des Moines, IA. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a NICU setting.
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/24/2025
Shift: 3x12 Days
Benefits for Travel NICU RNs:
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Licensure reimbursement
- Travel reimbursement
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive pay
- Referral bonus
- Holiday bonus
Requirements:
- 1 Year of Experience, 2 Preferred
- Valid IA RN License
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS
- Eligible to work in the United States
About Focus Staff:
Focus Staff is a traveler-first nurse and healthcare staffing agency! We prioritize the needs of our travelers, giving you complete control over your journey. Our mission is to help you create the life you love, explore the country and do what you do best, help others.
Interested in becoming a traveler with Focus Staff? Discover why travelers choose us, apply today!
All-Star Status:
- Dallas 100 (Multiple Years in a Row)
- Inc. 5000
- Middle Market 50
- Certified by The Joint Commission
- Best of Staffing Talent Satisfaction 2022
- Best of Staffing Client Satisfaction 2022
- Fastest-Growing US Staffing Firms 2017
If you’re seeking a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse position in Des Moines, IA and are looking to work with an agency that will listen to your needs and career goals, then Focus Staff is the right place to be. We are proud of our ability to build relationships with all our healthcare professionals, whether you’re seeking travel assignments, PR or permanent positions.
We Offer:
- Immediate Openings
- Weekly Pay through Direct Deposits
- Flexible Schedules
- Day and Night Shifts Available
- Competitive Compensation
- Guaranteed Hours (based on employer)
- Travel Assistance
- Dedicated/Responsive Recruiters
- Day One Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Generous Housing Stipend
- 24/7 Support
- Company Provided Housing Options
- Referral Bonus ($600)
- Loyalty Bonus ($1,200)
- Discounts/Coupons to Hotels
- Access to Jobs in all 50 States
- Painless Credentialing Process
- U.S.A.-based Company
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Joint Commission Certified
- Licensure Reimbursement
- Pet-Friendly
- Access to Discounts, Rewards, and more
Other Information:
Job Title: Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Employment Time: Contract/Travel
Date Posted: 10/01/2025 09:39:45 AM
Valid Through: 02/23/2026
Job City: Des Moines
Job State: IA
Job Country: USA
Shift: 3x12 Days
Job ID: a0xVt00000BylH3IAJ
Hiring Organization: Focus Staff
Focus Staff is an EEO/AA (Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action) Employer.
Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, travel distance, demand, experience, etc.
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Focus Staff Job ID #a0xVt00000C2ryzIAB. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel NICU RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
About Focus StaffYour Journey, Our Focus. Travel Confidently, Care Boldly with Focus Staff.
At Focus Staff, we’re here to make your travel healthcare career rewarding, seamless, and stress-free.
Whether you’re a travel nurse, therapist, or allied health professional, we take care of the details so you can focus on what you do best — caring for others. Our mission is simple: to help healthcare heroes like you thrive, no matter where your journey takes you.
With thousands of job opportunities across all 50 states, our dedicated recruiters work closely with you to match you to the right assignment, based on what matters most to you — pay, location, benefits, or career growth.
From day one, you’ll enjoy premium benefits like medical coverage that bridges between assignments, 401K matching, travel and licensing reimbursements, and personalized housing support. Plus, our team is here for you 24/7, with clinical support available whenever you need guidance or backup.
At Focus Staff, we believe in making every assignment a smooth, comfortable, and empowering experience. Let’s make your next adventure your best one yet.
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