Location: Hartford, CT

Start Date: 04-26-2026

End Date: 07-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, rotating/coverage every other week and holidays (overnight 12.5-hour nights)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $64 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Deliver expert bedside care to cardiology and stroke patients, including titration and monitoring of cardiac drips
• Assess and monitor patients continuously — interpret telemetry and intervene early when changes occur
• Administer medications (including amiodarone and diltiazem) safely and document accurately
• Perform NIHSS assessments and participate in stroke protocols to optimize patient outcomes
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and update patient care plans
• Provide clear education and compassionate communication to patients and families during high-stress situations
• Complete required Trinity competency testing and checklist items to maintain unit standards

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure (state license required) — must be in good standing
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (required)
• Proven experience caring for stroke patients and using NIHSS
• Hands-on experience with cardiac drips such as amiodarone and diltiazem/cardizem
• Successful completion of Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Skills Checklist
• Ability to pass respirator fit testing and Trinity 10 Panel Drug Screen
• Up-to-date immunizations and health screenings as listed (Tdap, COVID-19, MMR, Hep B, Influenza, Varicella, PPD/IGRA, physical/health statement)

Knowledge & Skills

• In-depth knowledge of cardiac drip titration and safety
• Skilled in stroke assessment (NIHSS) and acute stroke care pathways
• Strong telemetry interpretation and critical-thinking skills
• Proficient medication administration and documentation practices
• Excellent communication and teamwork in high-acuity settings
• Familiarity with hospital competency testing and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU — mentorship and camaraderie every shift
• Flexible scheduling conversations so your life outside work matters
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge and come back stronger
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Life Insurance and workplace protections for peace of mind
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and celebrate together
• A culture that recognizes great care and celebrates nursing wins

Travel Perks: Explore Hartford, CT

Enjoy Hartford’s cultural gems when you’re off shift: visit the Mark Twain House, explore the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, stroll the Elizabeth Park Rose Garden or unwind at Bushnell Park. Foodies will enjoy diverse dining in downtown Hartford, and scenic day trips to the Connecticut shoreline, Mystic, or quick train rides to Boston and New York make weekends adventurous and easy.

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