Location: Tuba City, AZ

Start Date: 03-09-2026

End Date: 06-08-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Nights, 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM (overnight); exact days/schedule to be confirmed with the facility

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop timely plans of care for pediatric patients
• Administer medications and treatments safely and document all care accurately
• Provide skilled pediatric trauma and post-resuscitation care in high-acuity situations
• Work independently to complete assignments while following physician orders and hospital policies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, surgeons and specialty providers
• Support patients and families of all ages with culturally sensitive education and care
• Maintain compliance with JCAHO standards, hospital policies and nursing procedures
• Participate in unit-level quality and safety initiatives to improve patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Current, full and unrestricted RN license from any U.S. state, territory, or Puerto Rico (Arizona-specific license not required)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS from the American Heart Association (must be maintained throughout employment)
• Complete Pediatric Trauma Care After Resuscitation (P-CAR) within 6 months of hire
• Complete NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) within 6 months of hire
• Experience in pediatric acute care, emergency or inpatient pediatric settings preferred
• Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong pediatric assessment and monitoring skills
• Proficiency in medication administration and pediatric dosing considerations
• Familiarity with clinical nursing procedures across inpatient/outpatient/emergency services
• Experience working with diverse cultural populations and community-focused care
• Understanding of hospital policies, standards of care and JCAHO requirements
• Comfort in high-acuity and trauma situations, including post-resuscitation care
• Excellent communication, documentation and teamwork skills

Benefits

• Limited shared housing available (subject to availability) — great for travel assignments
• Work at a JCAHO-accredited regional health center supporting a broad scope of services
• Meaningful pediatric acute care where your assessments and interventions make a real difference
• Collaborative, culturally rich team serving Navajo, Hopi and surrounding communities
• Hands-on experience across inpatient, outpatient and emergency services
• Support to complete required pediatric trauma and NIHSS training within the onboarding window
• Quick-start assignment for clinicians who want immediate impact
• A role that builds pediatric acute care and trauma/resuscitation expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Tuba City, AZ

Tuba City sits on the striking Colorado Plateau and offers a culturally rich basecamp for outdoor exploration and cultural experiences. Enjoy nearby Navajo and Hopi cultural sites, local museums and community events; explore dramatic landscapes like the Little Colorado River Gorge and other scenic overlooks; take day trips to regional highlights such as the Grand Canyon region and other Northern Arizona outdoor recreation areas for hiking, photography and stargazing. You’ll have plenty of chances to learn about local traditions and connect with the community on your days off.

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