Job description
Travel Nurse
Location: Independence, Missouri
Start Date: 05-11-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Sunday, 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Hours per Week: 48
Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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
- Deliver exceptional patient care in a dynamic clinical setting
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
- Document patient progress and communicate changes effectively
- Adapt quickly to new environments and protocols
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience
- Valid RN license in Missouri (or applicable state)
- Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Knowledge & Skills
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Medication administration and dosage calculations
- Clinical documentation and charting
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Adaptability to new clinical settings
Benefits
- Travel stipend
- Housing allowance
- Meals and incidentals
- Health insurance coverage
- Paid time off to recharge
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive team environment
Travel Perks: Explore Independence, Missouri
Explore Independence’s historic sites, enjoy the scenic Independence State Park, visit the National World War I Museum, stroll through downtown, and take day trips to Kansas City’s vibrant attractions.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Travel Nurse? 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.