Job description
Registered Nurse - ICU
Location: Arlington, TX
Start Date: 08-18-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, rotating weekends (3 shifts/week, 36 guaranteed hours)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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 exceptional nursing care to critically ill patients in our 12-bed ICU, utilizing advanced technology and evidence-based practices
- Monitor patient vital signs, interpret cardiac rhythms, and respond quickly to changes in condition
- Administer medications, assist with central line placement, and support bedside procedures such as thoracentesis and intubations
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Educate patients and their families about conditions and treatment plans, ensuring comfort and understanding
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Texas (compact accepted) - temporary licenses are not accepted
- Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience, with MICU/MSICU experience preferred
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
- CCRN certification is preferred
- Experience with Meditech documentation system is preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Proficiency with ICU equipment including ventilators, NXStage, and Arctic Sun
- Knowledge of cardiac monitoring and hemodynamic support
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to float to other units as needed
Benefits
- Housing stipend to help with your living expenses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Paid time off to recharge
- Travel reimbursement for your assignment
- Referral bonus program
Travel Perks: Explore Arlington, TX
During your time off, explore Arlington's top attractions like Six Flags Over Texas, AT&T Stadium (home of the Dallas Cowboys), and Globe Life Field. Enjoy a thriving food scene, shopping at The Parks Mall, and easy access to Dallas and Fort Worth for museums, nightlife, and more.
Apply Now
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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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.