Location: Wichita, KS

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-20-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC; schedule includes every other weekend and floating to other units

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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 safe, compassionate, patient-centered nursing care on a telemetry/PCU unit
• Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry and report changes promptly
• Administer medications including titratable drips accurately and document per policy
• Manage and care for central lines and assist with heart cath recovery patients
• Operate and troubleshoot IV pumps, chest tubes, and other unit equipment
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement effective care plans
• Maintain clear, timely documentation in Meditech and communicate handoffs effectively
• Provide patient education and emotional support while promoting a positive patient experience

Qualifications

• Current RN license (Kansas license or Compact RN license preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience (telemetry/medical-surgical or PCU experience strongly preferred)
• BLS and ACLS certification (required)
• Hands-on experience with telemetry monitoring, medication drips, IV pumps, chest tubes, and central line care
• Familiarity with Meditech or similar EMR systems
• Comfort floating to other units and working every other weekend
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and team-oriented communication

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm recognition
• Medication titration and infusion pump management
• Post–cardiac cath recovery care and central line maintenance
• Chest tube management and care of various drains
• Proficient documentation in Meditech
• Ability to manage a 1:4 patient ratio while prioritizing safety
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient advocacy skills

Benefits

• Generous travel nurse support — think housing help and local orientation so you settle in fast
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings options so you can plan for the future
• Life and disability insurance to protect what matters
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to make state paperwork easier
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support so your move is smooth
• A supportive team and unit culture that values critical thinking, collaboration, and patient-centered care

Travel Perks: Explore Wichita, KS

While you're on assignment in Wichita you can explore Botanica Wichita’s beautiful gardens, visit the interactive Exploration Place science museum, stroll along the Arkansas River and the Keeper of the Plains plaza, or enjoy a bite in the Old Town entertainment district with local breweries and restaurants. For a nature break, take a short drive to the scenic Kansas Flint Hills or hit nearby trails and parks. Cultural attractions include the Wichita Art Museum and Old Cowtown Museum — great weekend diversions between shifts.

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