Location: Hilo, HI

Start Date: 03-02-2026

End Date: 06-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Varied Shift (3 on / 2 off) rotation, rotating shifts (day and night possible), scheduled 36 hours per week following first week of orientation, no call, specific start/end times not provided

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 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

• Provide primary nursing care for progressive care and step-down ICU patients, delivering attentive and compassionate bedside care
• Monitor and interpret telemetry and continuous cardiac monitoring to identify changes in patient status early
• Perform and interpret telemetry strip readings and manage fingerstick blood sugar assessments
• Administer medications using Pyxis and document care accurately in Meditech charting
• Support patients requiring BiPAP and other respiratory therapies with safe, evidence-based interventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-focused plans of care
• Float to other acute units as needed while maintaining high standards of patient safety and professional practice
• Maintain clear, timely documentation and communicate effectively with patients, families, and clinical colleagues

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the State of Hawaii required by start of assignment
• At least 1 year of hospital acute care experience within the last year
• Progressive care and telemetry experience preferred
• ACLS preferred
• PALS preferred
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Comfortable floating to Medical, Surgical/Peds, ICU and ER units as needed
• Ability to work varied/rotating shifts and maintain professional, patient-centered care

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry monitoring and continuous cardiac monitoring
• Telemetry strip reading and rhythm recognition
• Primary nursing care in an acute progressive care/step-down setting
• Meditech electronic charting proficiency
• Pyxis medication administration workflows
• Experience with BiPAP and basic respiratory support
• Familiarity with step-down ICU workflows and 1:3 to 1:4 staffing ratios
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation skills, and teamwork

Benefits

• Generous travel support and reimbursement to make your move easier
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can get your Hawaii license squared away
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between shifts
• Referral bonus program to reward teammates who bring great people on board
• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical expertise
• Access to clinical tools and tech like Meditech and Pyxis so you can work efficiently

Travel Perks: Explore Hilo, HI

Welcome to Hilo — a beautiful base for your travel assignment. Explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for hikes and lava fields, wander the lush trails and waterfalls at Akaka Falls State Park, stroll the peaceful Liliuokalani Gardens, and shop local finds at the Hilo Farmers Market. Enjoy nearby black sand beaches, snorkeling spots, botanical gardens, and the Panaewa Rainforest Zoo. Weekends can include scenic drives across the island, coffee tasting in local farms, and delicious island cuisine. Great outdoor adventures and rich local culture are just steps from work.

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