Location: New York, NY

Start Date: 11-29-2025

Contract Type: Perm

Candidate Pay Rate: $54 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 rapid patient assessments and triage using the Emergency Severity Index to prioritize care and save lives
• Collect and interpret vital signs, symptoms, and medical history in high-acuity situations
• Identify life-threatening conditions and initiate immediate, evidence-based interventions
• Deliver emergency care for cardiac, respiratory, neurological, traumatic, and medical crises
• Manage IV therapy, administer medications, perform wound care, catheterizations, splinting, and airway support
• Perform CPR, defibrillation, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support measures when needed
• Assist with intubations, central line placements, chest tubes, and other emergent procedures
• Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the multidisciplinary team to stabilize patients and ensure safe transitions

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Previous emergency or trauma nursing experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking, rapid assessment skills, and ability to perform under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; compassionate patient- and family-centered approach
• Additional certifications (e.g., PALS) are a plus depending on patient population

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; BSN preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in patient assessment and triage using the Emergency Severity Index (ESI)
• Proficient in vital signs collection and medical history interpretation
• Skilled in IV therapy management and medication administration
• Competent in wound care, catheterization, splinting, and airway support
• Able to perform CPR, defibrillation, and ACLS interventions
• Familiarity assisting with intubations, central lines, chest tubes and emergent procedures
• Strong clinical judgment, documentation accuracy, and multidisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a comprehensive benefits package to keep you healthy and happy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you and your family are covered
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match to help you plan ahead
• Generous paid time off to recharge and prevent burnout
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Professional development and continuing education support — keep leveling up
• Referral bonus program and a supportive team that truly values YOU

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