Registered Nurse - ICU
Location: San Bernardino, CA
Start Date: 01-05-2026
End Date: 04-06-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts: Days 06:45 AM - 07:15 PM and Nights 06:45 PM - 07:15 AM; Every-other-weekend coverage (Friday–Sunday); holiday rotation as required. Primarily day shifts with expectation to float to Tele & ER as needed.
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
- Deliver expert critical care to ICU patients, managing ventilators and complex respiratory support
- Administer and titrate drips including vasopressors, nitroglycerin, and heparin safely and confidently
- Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry and respond rapidly to dysrhythmias and hemodynamic changes
- Document timely, accurate patient care in Cerner PowerChart and communicate effectively with the care team
- Collaborate with in-house intensivists, respiratory therapists, and pharmacy to optimize patient outcomes
- Provide compassionate, patient-centered care that supports high patient satisfaction
- Assist with unit flow by floating to Tele and ER for ICU holds and supporting throughput efforts
- Support charge nurse activities when needed and contribute to a positive, professional unit culture
Qualifications
- Active RN license (required to submit)
- ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- CCRN preferred (nice-to-have)
- Minimum 2 years ICU experience required (note: some units prefer 3 years or 2+ years from a large institution)
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred
- Comfortable with 1:1 and 1:2 ratios and high-acuity patients
- Ability to work every-other-weekend schedule and holiday rotations
Education
- Active RN license; BSN is not required
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong skills in ventilator management and respiratory assessment
- Experience managing vasopressors and vasoactive drips
- Telemetry interpretation and cardiac post-op care familiarity (CABG, PCI, balloon pumps)
- Proficiency with Cerner PowerChart electronic documentation
- Ability to triage and prioritize in fast-paced acute care ICU settings
- Team collaboration and effective interdisciplinary communication
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to make your travel stay comfortable
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage so you’re covered on and off shift
- Competitive retirement savings options to help you plan ahead
- Life insurance for peace of mind
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Travel reimbursement and mileage support for your commute
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep you ready to work
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and share the rewards
- A collaborative team that values your skill, compassion, and growth
Travel Perks: Explore San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino puts you in the heart of Southern California adventure. Spend your days off exploring the San Bernardino National Forest or hiking Mount Baldy. Take a quick drive to Lake Arrowhead or Big Bear for lakeside fun, boating, and scenic trails. If desert landscapes are more your vibe, Joshua Tree National Park is within easy reach for rock climbing and stargazing. History buffs will enjoy Route 66 attractions nearby, and there are plenty of local dining spots and cultural venues to sample in the Inland Empire. Great weekend escapes and outdoor recreation are right at your fingertips.
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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