Location: Wichita, KS

Start Date: 01-13-2026

End Date: 04-14-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour nights)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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 telemetry nursing care for adult patients, prioritizing safety and compassion
• Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry and identify/respond to rhythm changes promptly
• Administer and titrate medication drips and manage central lines with vigilance
• Care for post–heart cath and other cardiology recovery patients, including bubble studies
• Operate and troubleshoot PCA and IV pumps and manage chest tube care as needed
• Document assessments and interventions accurately using the Meditech EMR
• Collaborate with physicians, techs, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Educate patients and families about condition, treatment plans, and discharge needs

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure (Kansas or compact state preferred) or ability to obtain prior to start
• Minimum 2 years of acute care or telemetry nursing experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Hands-on experience with telemetry monitoring and ECG interpretation
• Comfortable caring for patients with central lines, medication drips, chest tubes, and post–heart cath recovery
• Experience using Meditech or similar EMR strongly preferred
• Strong critical thinking, independence, and positive attitude for high-acuity care

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry monitoring and ECG rhythm recognition
• Medication drip management and titration
• Central line and chest tube care
• PCA and IV pump operation and troubleshooting
• Heart cath recovery procedures and bubble studies
• Meditech EMR documentation
• Patient assessment, triage, and prioritization
• Clear communication and teamwork in high-acuity settings

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your stay comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability options for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support to get you on shift quickly
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to streamline state requirements
• Referral bonus program and recognition for great teammates
• A supportive team that values YOU and promotes professional growth

Travel Perks: Explore Wichita, KS

Wichita has plenty to explore between shifts. Discover Botanica Wichita’s lovely gardens, stroll the scenic Arkansas Riverwalk and visit the Keeper of the Plains landmark, or spend an afternoon at Exploration Place science center. History fans will enjoy Old Cowtown Museum and the Kansas Aviation Museum celebrates Wichita’s rich aviation heritage. Enjoy local breweries, farm-to-table dining, and easy weekend drives into the scenic Flint Hills for hiking and countryside views.

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