Location: Texas City, TX

Start Date: 05-01-2026

End Date: 07-31-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (day); rotating schedule includes required weekends — must work 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week period

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 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, patient-centered Med/Surg nursing care on a 42-bed unit
• Assess and monitor patients using telemetry and vital machines to ensure safety
• Initiate IV access and assist with procedures such as PICC placements and chest tube management
• Administer blood products, TPN, and medications including heparin safely and accurately
• Perform wound care and manage wound vacs to promote patient healing
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate post-op care and discharge planning
• Document care clearly and efficiently in the Meditech EMR to maintain continuity
• Support and mentor teammates, contributing to a positive unit culture

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state of practice required)
• BLS certification (required)
• ACLS preferred — a plus if you have it
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience (Med/Surg experience preferred; 2 years preferred by unit)
• Comfortable working with telemetry, IV therapy, PCA/epidural pumps, and wound vacs
• Outgoing, team-oriented attitude and willingness to give 110%

Knowledge & Skills

• Meditech EMR experience
• Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
• IV access initiation and management
• Wound care and wound vac management
• Experience assisting with PICC lines and chest tube care
• Infusion of blood products, TPN administration, and heparin management
• Familiarity with BiPAP, kangaroo pumps, epidural PCA, and blood warmers
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills

Benefits

• Comfortable travel assignment perks with support for temporary housing and relocation help
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings options and life insurance benefits for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make credentialing easier
• Travel reimbursement and logistics support to get you on shift smoothly
• Referral bonus program — share the love and get rewarded
• A collaborative, upbeat team that truly values your skills and personality

Travel Perks: Explore Texas City, TX

Discover Texas City and nearby Galveston during your time off — sandy beaches, the historic Strand district, and Moody Gardens are just a short drive away. Enjoy fresh Gulf seafood, fishing and boating on Galveston Bay, and family-friendly attractions at Kemah Boardwalk. If you want a city day, downtown Houston and the Space Center are within easy reach for museums, dining, and nightlife.

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