Location: Los Angeles, CA

Start Date: 04-06-2026

End Date: 07-06-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts including day/evening/night coverage. Typical day/evening starts vary between 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (12-hour shifts, e.g., 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM or 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM). Weekday night call coverage: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (8-hour). Weekend rotations include 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM, or 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM. Schedule includes weekdays and weekends with call required; call frequency approximately 3-4 times per 4-week schedule. Rotating

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $84 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 perioperative nursing care in the Operating Room for trauma and a broad range of surgical specialties
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field, instrumentation, and equipment for procedures
• Actively participate in trauma and high-acuity cases, ensuring patient safety and timely interventions
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes
• Accurately document patient assessments and care in the Cerner charting system
• Respond to call assignments and transition smoothly between day, evening, and night responsibilities
• Coach and support patients and families through the surgical experience with clear communication and compassion

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in California required
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience (as listed in job posting)
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• COVID-19 vaccination required
• Operating Room experience preferred; familiarity with trauma, orthopedics, vascular, neuro, ENT, thoracic, and general surgery cases
• Comfortable with call responsibilities and rotating weekend coverage
• Experience with Cerner or similar electronic health record systems is a plus

Education

• Active RN license in California (BSN not required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong perioperative and acute care skills with OR-specific knowledge
• Proficiency in sterile technique, instrument handling, and surgical workflows
• Ability to triage and respond effectively during trauma and high-acuity events
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and time-management skills
• Familiarity with Cerner charting and documentation best practices
• Adaptability to varied shift start times and rotating schedules

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• Paid time off so you can actually use that vacation day
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Orientation and dedicated mentorship to help you hit the floor confidently
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and both win
• A supportive team that values YOU and celebrates excellent care
• Work-life friendly scheduling options and predictable shift patterns

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