Location: Phoenix, AZ

Start Date: 03-30-2026

End Date: 06-29-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Day), rotating schedule including weekends (approximately 4 weekend shifts per 4 weeks); may be placed on standby for scheduled shifts

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 neuro assessments and monitor intracranial pressure (ICP) to detect subtle changes in neurologic status
• Manage ventilator settings and collaborate with Respiratory Therapy for complex airway needs
• Care for patients with external ventricular drains (EVDs) and maintain strict sterile technique
• Provide telemetry monitoring and respond to dysrhythmias and other acute events
• Perform Foley catheter insertions and central line dressing changes per SIMs Lab competency
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams including neurosurgery, pharmacy, and rehab services
• Safely float between ICU and Tele units while maintaining high standards of patient care
• Participate in unit safety practices (lifts, restraints, wound care) and uphold hospital protocols

Qualifications

• Active RN license (eligible to practice in Arizona)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience in a large facility (450+ beds) required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• EVD (external ventricular drain) experience required
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• 3-6 months travel experience preferred
• Able to pass required exams and SIMs Lab competencies (DYS exam; SIMs Lab is pass/fail)
• Willingness to float between ICU and Tele units and to follow facility-specific fit-test and appearance requirements
• Travel teams must have reliable vehicle access

Education

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program and active RN licensure
• BSN not explicitly required for this role

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong neuro assessment skills and familiarity with common neuro diagnoses and procedures
• ICP monitoring and management
• Ventilator management and advanced respiratory monitoring
• Telemetry monitoring and use of Phillips monitors
• Proficient with Cerner EMR for charting and documentation
• Sterile technique for central line care and invasive procedures
• Competence in Foley insertion and wound care
• Ability to work in a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma environment

Benefits

• Generous travel perks to make your assignment comfortable and fun
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid orientation and SIMs Lab training so you hit the floor confident
• Supportive team culture that values your critical care expertise
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help build your future
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates

Travel Perks: Explore Phoenix, AZ

Explore Phoenix’s desert beauty and vibrant culture on your off days: hike Camelback Mountain or Papago Park, stroll the Desert Botanical Garden, visit the Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum, catch Spring Training baseball (seasonal), enjoy local coffee shops and a thriving food scene in downtown and Roosevelt Row, or take weekend trips to Sedona and the Grand Canyon for breathtaking scenery.

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