Location: Salem, VA

Start Date: 12-15-2025

End Date: 03-16-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (night shift), includes weekends (typically 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule; Friday or Saturday nights)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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 high-quality emergency nursing care for a high-acuity, fast-paced ED
• Assess, triage, and stabilize patients presenting with critical conditions
• Perform and assist with advanced procedures such as RSI and central line placement and care
• Initiate and manage sepsis interventions and follow stroke protocol including tPA administration
• Coordinate transfers under EMTALA guidelines and communicate effectively with receiving facilities
• Document clinical care accurately in Meditech and contribute to smooth handoffs
• Collaborate with physicians, medics, and the care team to deliver timely, patient-centered care
• Serve as a reliable team member who supports unit flow and mentors colleagues when needed

Qualifications

• Active RN (Registered Nurse) credential
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience; 2-3 years preferred
• Completion of 2-3 prior travel assignments is required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• TNCC preferred; ENPC, NRP, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) experience are strong pluses
• Comfort working in high-acuity, fast-paced environments with 4-6:1 patient ratios

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong emergency nursing skills and critical care procedures
• Experience with Meditech electronic medical record system
• Familiarity with RSI, central line care, sepsis protocols, and stroke/tPA workflows
• Ability to manage transfers and EMTALA processes
• Excellent teamwork, situational awareness, and communication skills in a busy ED

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to help you focus on patient care, not logistics
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage so you and your family are protected
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for life after nursing
• Life insurance and disability coverage for added peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your paperwork painless
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
• A supportive, team-oriented culture that values your skills and well-being

Travel Perks: Explore Salem, VA

Salem sits in the scenic Roanoke Valley with quick access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiking at Carvins Cove. Enjoy panoramic views from Mill Mountain and the Roanoke Star, explore downtown Roanoke's Market Square and local museums, sample area breweries and restaurants, or take a weekend trip to Smith Mountain Lake for boating and relaxation. Outdoor lovers will appreciate trails, biking, and easy drives to Appalachia and nearby state parks.

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