Registered Nurse - Acute Rehab
Location: Ogden, UT
Start Date: 02-16-2026
End Date: 05-18-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts on a 5-on/5-off schedule; primary posted shift 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM (Night) with day shifts also available (times vary).
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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, patient-centered nursing care on the Acute Rehab unit, supporting patients through recovery and discharge
- Assist and train patients with ADLs and mobility, using safe transfer techniques and equipment
- Manage IV therapy and enteral support, including IV pumps and tube feedings as needed
- Perform PICC and midline care, NG tube management, and Foley care with clinical competence
- Collaborate with PT, OT, ST and the interdisciplinary team to ensure patients meet therapy goals (patients participate in 3 hours of therapy daily)
- Document care accurately and timely in Meditech to support clinical continuity and regulatory compliance
- Round with patients each shift to support discharge planning and a positive patient experience
- Promote unit safety by using appropriate transfer equipment and following CMS-regulated guidelines
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state-appropriate) — current and in good standing
- Minimum 2 years clinical nursing experience; med/surg background required, rehabilitation experience preferred
- BLS certification required; NIHHS (preferred, not required)
- Comfort with telemetry patients as the unit is now wired for cardiac telemetry
- Experience with safe patient transfers and transfer training
- Proven ability to work independently on a 5-on/5-off schedule and to float when needed
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong Med/Surg nursing fundamentals and rehabilitation care practices
- Proficient documentation in Meditech
- IV management, including pumps and PICC/midline care
- NG tube and Foley management
- Safe patient transfer techniques and familiarity with Hoyer lifts/Sara steady equipment
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines (PT/OT/ST) and support therapy-driven care plans
- Basic telemetry familiarity and ability to monitor cardiac patients
Benefits
- Travel-friendly perks including licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you get working quickly
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Life insurance and retirement savings options to protect your future
- Travel reimbursement and housing support typical for contract roles
- Supportive team environment that celebrates patient milestones and values your contribution
- Opportunities for professional growth and cross-training in rehabilitation and telemetry
- Referral bonus program and recognition for great teamwork
Travel Perks: Explore Ogden, UT
Ogden is a gateway to outdoor adventure. Enjoy nearby hiking and mountain biking in the Wasatch Range, scenic drives and picnics in Ogden Canyon, and winter skiing or boarding at Snowbasin and Powder Mountain. Explore Historic 25th Street for restaurants, galleries and nightlife, visit the Hill Aerospace Museum, or take a short drive to Salt Lake City for big-city museums and events. Rivers, trails and stunning mountain views make this a great place for outdoorsy weekends and quick escapes.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Acute Rehab? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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