Location: Phoenix, AZ

Start Date: 01-12-2026

End Date: 04-13-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Nights). Schedule includes weekends (approximately 4 weekend shifts per 4 weeks), may include standby shifts and floating to Tele/other ICU floors.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 expert neurocritical care to a diverse caseload including post-op crani, tumor removals, ablations, complex spine surgeries and more
• Perform frequent and focused neuro assessments and manage intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring
• Safely manage external ventricular drains (EVDs) and ventilators as indicated
• Maintain sterile technique for procedures (Foley insertion, central line dressing changes) and complete SIMs Lab competencies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including RT and pharmacy for 24/7 critical care coverage
• Document care accurately in Cerner and communicate changes in patient condition promptly
• Float to Tele or other ICU floors when needed and manage variable patient assignments (Tele 4:1 when floated)
• Support unit operations when assigned charge responsibilities (charge nurse does not take patients)

Qualifications

• Active RN license valid for practice in Arizona
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience in a large hospital (450+ beds) required
• Mandatory Level 1 trauma experience
• Prior EVD (external ventricular drain) and ICP monitoring experience required
• 3-6 months travel nurse experience preferred
• Comfortable with Cerner electronic medical record
• Able to pass required exams and SIMs Lab skills; facility grooming and fit-test policies apply (natural hair color, no facial piercings, men clean-shaven for fit test)

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) accepted
• BSN preferred but not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong neuro assessment and critical thinking skills
• EVD management and ICP monitoring expertise
• Mechanical ventilator management experience
• Proficiency with Cerner charting
• Sterile field maintenance and procedural competency (Foley, central line care, port-a-cath familiarity)
• Telemetry monitoring (Phillips) and cardiac rhythm recognition
• Wound care, lifts and restraints familiarity
• Ability to work effectively while floating between ICU and Tele units

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your Phoenix stay comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can focus on patients not paperwork
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between critical care rotations
• Travel reimbursement and mileage support for travel teams
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep credentials current
• Referral bonus program that rewards you for helping build the team
• A supportive team culture that values your expertise and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Phoenix, AZ

Explore sunny Phoenix during your assignment (January to April 2026). Hike Camelback Mountain or South Mountain Park for sunrise views, stroll the Desert Botanical Garden, and visit the Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum for local culture. Enjoy nearby Scottsdale dining and nightlife, quick day trips to Sedona for red rock scenery, or catch spring training baseball depending on schedule. Mild winter weather makes outdoor weekend exploration easy.

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