Registered Nurse - ICU
Location: Woodland, CA
Shift Type: Night shifts (112-hour schedule), every other week (EOW). Weekend requirement: every other weekend. Holidays rotate with core staff. First-to-float to sister facilities and the Woodland MedSurg unit as needed.
Candidate Pay Rate: $73.5 - $73.5 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 high-quality, patient-centered critical care to adult ICU patients
- Assess and continuously monitor patients' condition using advanced ICU monitoring
- Administer medications and therapies safely and accurately per orders
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and execute patient care plans
- Respond to emergencies and stabilize patients using advanced cardiac and critical care skills
- Document care thoroughly and communicate changes in condition to the care team
- Support and mentor colleagues when floating to sister facilities or the MedSurg unit
Qualifications
- Current and unrestricted RN license in California (or compact RN eligible and able to obtain CA authorization)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) strongly preferred
- Previous ICU nursing experience preferred; comfort with ventilators, vasoactive drips, and complex monitoring
- Ability and willingness to float to sister facilities and to MedSurg as needed
- Ability to work nights and meet every-other-weekend requirement
- Willingness to complete any required hospital onboarding, background check, and health screenings
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong critical thinking and assessment skills in a high-acuity environment
- Proficiency with ICU monitoring, ventilator management, and titratable infusions
- Skilled in ECG interpretation and responding to arrhythmias
- Effective communication and teamwork across multidisciplinary teams
- Accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record
- Adaptability when floating between units and facilities
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Paid time off so you can recharge and come back energized
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
- A supportive team environment where your expertise is valued
- Flexible scheduling options to help balance work and life
- Employee assistance programs and wellness resources
- Referral recognition programs to reward you for building the team
Travel Perks: Explore Woodland, CA
This is a contract position in Woodland, CA — a gateway to Northern California living. Enjoy strolls and seasonal festivals on Woodland’s historic Main Street, explore the UC Davis Arboretum and nearby campus attractions, or take short drives to Sacramento for museums, Old Sacramento riverfront, and diverse dining. Outdoor enthusiasts can day-trip to Folsom Lake, the American River Parkway, or nearby regional parks for hiking, kayaking, and weekend escapes.
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - ICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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