Location: Atlanta, GA

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 04-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift, 7:00 AM start (end time not specified), weekends required; no block scheduling

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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

• Assess and manage neuro stepdown patients using evidence-based neuro nursing practices
• Perform NIHSS assessments and document neurological status accurately and promptly
• Use EPIC to chart care, coordinate orders, and communicate with the interdisciplinary team
• Provide ACLS-level interventions when needed and participate in emergency response
• Deliver compassionate patient and family education about conditions, treatments, and recovery
• Collaborate with physicians, case management, and unit staff to ensure safe transitions of care
• Maintain thorough documentation, verify competencies, and uphold unit standards for safety

Qualifications

• Active RN license (state license) with Nursys license verification
• NIHSS certification — MUST be included in CV packet to be considered
• Minimum 2 years of experience in neuro specialty or strong med/surg RN with demonstrated NIHSS and stepdown exposure
• EPIC experience — please note EPIC on your profile
• ACLS certification
• Complete candidate packet: current resume/work history with no gaps >60 days, skills checklist, references, certification card, and badge-appropriate photo

Knowledge & Skills

• Neuro nursing best practices and neuro stepdown care
• Proficiency performing and interpreting NIHSS exams
• EPIC electronic health record use for documentation and order management
• ACLS protocols and rapid response participation
• Med/Surg and stepdown patient management skills
• Clear communication and teamwork in high-acuity settings

Benefits

• Supportive team that values YOU — work alongside experienced neuro clinicians who have your back
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required verifications and certifications
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Comprehensive onboarding with clear expectations and manager-led interviews
• Travel reimbursement and housing support options for contract travelers
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great colleagues
• Access to professional development and specialty training (NIHSS, EPIC refreshers)
• A culture that respects work-life balance and professional growth

Travel Perks: Explore Atlanta, GA

Explore Atlanta’s highlights on your off days: walk or jog along the Atlanta BeltLine and enjoy murals and local eateries; visit the Georgia Aquarium and World of Coca-Cola for iconic attractions; relax at Piedmont Park or the Atlanta Botanical Garden; check out the High Museum of Art and neighborhoods like Midtown, Buckhead, and Inman Park for dining and nightlife; take a short drive to Stone Mountain for hiking and outdoor adventures.

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