Location: Chicago, IL

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating day and night shifts (per diem), 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (day) and 7:30 PM - 7:00 AM (night); days vary

Hours per Week: 38

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 high-acuity critical care to patients in a 30-bed SICU/MICU/Neuro environment
• Manage and monitor advanced therapies including CRRT and IABP with precision
• Provide specialized cardiac and post-op care, including CABG patient management
• Conduct stroke assessments and NIHSS evaluations as part of timely stroke care
• Document care accurately and efficiently using EPIC
• Maintain currency in BLS and ACLS and follow infection control and safety protocols
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute patient care plans
• Complete required competency exams, skills checklists, and specialty assessments

Qualifications

• Active RN license (Nursys verification listed)
• Critical Care RN experience in ICU settings (SICU/MICU/Neuro) required
• EPIC electronic health record experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification/experience for stroke assessment
• Clinical experience with CRRT, IABP and care of post-op cardiac (CABG) patients
• Familiarity with TNK and acute stroke workflows
• Available for per diem shifts and able to complete required onboarding and testing

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient with EPIC documentation and workflows
• Skilled in CRRT setup, troubleshooting and monitoring
• Competent managing IABP and advanced cardiac/post-op care
• Experienced in stroke care and NIHSS scoring
• Strong critical thinking, assessment and acute intervention skills
• Comfortable completing Prime competency exams and skills checklists
• Familiarity with hospital licensing/verification via Nursys and DCI/BVP processes

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
• Work alongside a supportive, high-acuity ICU team that values your expertise
• Licensure assistance and credentialing support to keep you ready to work
• Opportunities to sharpen advanced skills—CRRT, IABP and post-op cardiac care
• Access to ongoing training and specialty competency programs
• Comprehensive onboarding and skills checklist support for clinical confidence
• Referral program and professional growth opportunities
• Travel support and local coordination for contract clinicians

Travel Perks: Explore Chicago, IL

Explore Chicago’s northwest side: stroll through nearby Portage Park, discover local restaurants and authentic Chicago deep-dish pizza, and visit the historic neighborhoods around the 60631 area. Take easy trips into downtown to enjoy Millennium Park, the Art Institute, Navy Pier and the lakefront beaches. For a nature reset, check out Garfield Park Conservatory or the Chicago Botanic Garden, and use O'Hare’s proximity for quick weekend getaways to Milwaukee or other Midwest destinations.

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