Location: Kingwood, TX

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, includes weekends (work 4 weekend shifts per month) - Night

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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

• Triage and rapidly assess patients presenting to the Emergency Department to prioritize life-saving care
• Provide high-quality emergency nursing care, including IV starts, blood draws and EKG monitoring
• Lead and participate in resuscitation efforts and critical interventions when seconds count
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in Meditech to support seamless handoffs
• Collaborate with physicians, techs and unit staff to coordinate timely treatment and discharge
• Maintain patient safety and monitor vital signs, responding to changes with clinical judgment
• Educate patients and families compassionately about conditions, treatments and next steps
• Contribute to a positive unit culture by being active, personable and team-focused

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas (required)
• Minimum 1 year of Acute ER experience (per job posting)
• Required certifications: TNCC, PALS, ACLS, BLS
• Proven skills in IV starts, blood draws, EKG interpretation and resuscitation
• Comfortable working night shifts and rotating schedules, including weekends
• Strong communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills

Education

• Active RN license in Texas

Knowledge & Skills

• Emergency nursing and triage best practices
• Trauma care principles and fast-paced ED workflow
• IV therapy, phlebotomy and EKG application/interpretation
• Meditech EMR documentation and electronic charting
• Ability to manage a typical patient ratio (approx. 4:1) in the ED
• Calm, decisive resuscitation skills and familiarity with ACLS/PALS algorithms

Benefits

• Generous housing assistance options to help you settle in quickly
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage so you can stay healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan with employer match options
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement and relocation support for this assignment
• Opportunities for continuing education and clinical training
• A supportive team environment that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Kingwood, TX

Kingwood is a leafy, friendly community just northeast of Houston — perfect for those who want small-town charm with big-city access. Explore Lake Houston for kayaking and trails, enjoy local parks and nature walks, and take short trips into Houston for museums, the Space Center, diverse dining and vibrant nightlife. Galveston beaches and Gulf Coast day trips are an easy drive for weekend adventures.

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