Location: McKinney, TX

Start Date: 11-24-2025

End Date: 02-23-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour nights); schedule includes every other weekend with no on-call

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 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 compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to newborns, including routine assessments and documentation
• Manage Level 2 newborn needs such as phototherapy and blood sugar monitoring with confidence
• Respond quickly and effectively to changes in newborn condition and escalate as needed
• Collaborate closely with mothers, families, and the interdisciplinary team to support mother-baby bonding and education
• Accurately document care in the EMR (Meditech/CPN) to ensure continuity and quality of care
• Maintain safe patient ratios and adhere to unit policies for infection control and newborn safety
• Participate in unit huddles and contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure (Registered Nurse)
• Minimum 1 year of relevant newborn/newborn nursery experience
• Current BLS required
• Current NRP required
• Mother-baby experience required (candidates without this experience will not be considered)
• Comfortable and experienced caring for Level 2 newborns (phototherapy, blood sugar monitoring)
• Experience charting in Meditech and CPN or other EMRs is a strong plus
• Warm, patient-focused demeanor — 'warm and bubbly' bedside manner fits this unit

Education

• Current RN license required

Knowledge & Skills

• Newborn care and assessment
• Level 2 newborn interventions (phototherapy, blood sugar checks)
• Meditech and CPN EMR documentation
• Neonatal resuscitation principles (NRP)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and clinical escalation processes
• Family-centered care and patient education techniques
• Ability to work night shift and in a 1:5-6 patient ratio environment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and support to make your travel assignment comfy and stress-free
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings options to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and short-term disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge between assignments
• Travel and licensure assistance to streamline your move and paperwork
• Licensure reimbursement and clinical orientation support for quick onboarding
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and celebrate together
• A warm, supportive team that values your experience and growth

Travel Perks: Explore McKinney, TX

McKinney is a charming North Texas gem with a beautifully preserved Historic Downtown full of boutiques, cafes, and weekend events. Enjoy nearby outdoor time at Erwin Park or day trips to Lake Lavon for boating and picnics. Sports fans and shoppers will appreciate quick drives to Frisco and Allen (The Star and outlet shopping), and Dallas is an easy trip for museums, dining, and city sights. Plenty to explore on your days off!

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