Location: Bismarck, ND

Start Date: 01-05-2026

End Date: 04-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, typically 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, usually 3 shifts/week (e.g., Mon/Wed/Fri or Tue/Thu/Sat), every-other-weekend and every-other-holiday; day shift (float to MedSurg units)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $61 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

• Assess and monitor patient condition continuously, interpreting telemetry and confirming monitor strips as needed
• Provide safe, accurate medication administration and documentation in EPIC
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care for medical and surgical diagnoses (total joints, fractures, CHF, CVA, SOB, diabetic issues, etc.)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and communicate changes to ensure excellent outcomes
• Support unit workflow by floating where needed across MedSurg units and mentoring colleagues when asked
• Respond to changes in patient status quickly and escalate care according to unit protocols
• Perform thorough patient education and discharge planning to help patients leave stronger

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for submission in North Dakota (compact license accepted if applicable)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of MedSurg nursing experience (experience with telemetry is strongly preferred)
• Comfortable with 12-hour day shifts and floating across MedSurg units
• Experience with electronic charting (EPIC) preferred
• Strong assessment skills, ability to read monitor strips and confirm with monitor techs

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) — BSN not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid MedSurg nursing fundamentals and acute care judgment
• Telemetry monitoring and rhythm strip confirmation
• Familiarity with CPAP, BiPAP and high-flow nasal cannula
• Electronic charting proficiency (EPIC)
• Excellent patient assessment and clinical prioritization
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in fast-paced environments

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your travel assignment comfortable
• Competitive pay with overtime and holiday differentials
• Travel reimbursement to help cover your trip to Bismarck
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so getting credentialed is easier
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded
• A supportive, experienced team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Bismarck, ND

Bismarck offers a friendly small-city vibe with plenty to explore on your days off. Stroll the scenic Missouri Riverfront or check out Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park for history and river views. Visit the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum for local culture, or spend a morning at the Dakota Zoo. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy nearby trails, parks and fishing opportunities, and a short drive opens options for weekend road trips to scenic western North Dakota attractions and state parks. Local breweries, farmers markets and community events make it easy to feel at home while on assignment.

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