Registered Nurse - Emergency Room
Location: San Bernardino, CA
Start Date: 01-05-2026
End Date: 04-06-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts (day and night). Typical windows: 06:45 AM - 07:15 PM (day) and 06:45 PM - 07:15 AM (night). Day shift may also start at 09:00 AM, 12:00 PM or 03:00 PM. Schedule includes nights, every-other-weekend (Fri-Sat-Sun) and required holiday coverage; must be flexible.
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $68 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
- Triage, assess and stabilize patients in a high-volume emergency room providing timely, evidence-based care
- Deliver acute care for STEMI, stroke, sepsis, DKA and a wide variety of emergency presentations
- Document thoroughly and efficiently using Cerner PowerChart to ensure clear continuity of care
- Collaborate with physicians, PAs and NPs to develop and implement rapid treatment plans
- Lead and coordinate with ER techs and support staff to keep patient flow moving and safe
- Operate and interpret GE monitor telemetry and support respiratory/ventilator management with RT
- Provide compassionate patient and family communication during high-stress situations
- Participate in unit orientation and teamwork that supports fast track, treat-and-dispose, and acute care areas
Qualifications
- Active RN license (valid for California) required
- Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience; ER or acute care experience preferred
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
- NIHSS and PALS certifications required
- Comfortable working 12-hour rotating shifts, nights, weekends and holidays
- Experience with Cerner PowerChart or similar EMR preferred
- Trauma experience preferred; first-time travelers are welcome
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) accepted (BSN not required)
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong triage and emergency assessment skills
- Familiarity with STEMI and stroke protocols and rapid response workflows
- Proficiency with cardiac monitoring (GE monitors) and basic ventilator/RT collaboration
- Sepsis and DKA management knowledge
- Excellent documentation and charting practices in Cerner
- Team leadership in a fast-paced ER environment and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to manage high patient volumes and varied patient acuity
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your assignment comfortable
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can stay healthy on and off shift
- 401(k) retirement savings options to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance and basic benefits for peace of mind
- Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Referral bonus program — tell a friend and get rewarded
- A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical expertise
Travel Perks: Explore San Bernardino, CA
Explore the San Bernardino area between shifts: hike and relax in the San Bernardino National Forest, take a scenic drive or boat trip at Big Bear Lake or Lake Arrowhead, visit the Route 66 Museum and local historic downtown, discover trails at the nearby Mojave and Joshua Tree areas for weekend adventures, enjoy Palm Springs and its hot springs within a short drive, and catch a day trip to Orange County attractions like Disneyland if you crave theme park time.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Emergency Room? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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