Registered Nurse - ICU
Location: Wichita, KS
Start Date: 12-22-2025
End Date: 03-23-2026
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, evidence-based critical care for MICU patients, managing a 1:2 patient ratio
- Safely initiate and manage CRRT and other advanced renal support therapies
- Administer and titrate medication drips and manage central lines with precision
- Care for patients during and after procedures such as bronchoscopy and EGD
- Operate and troubleshoot ventilators and other ICU equipment while collaborating with respiratory therapy
- Document patient care accurately in Meditech and communicate condition changes to the care team
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to advocate for patient-centered care and discharge planning
- Mentor and support colleagues to maintain unit safety, quality, and morale
Qualifications
- Active RN (Registered Nurse) credential (required)
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU/MICU experience
- BLS (Basic Life Support) - required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) - required
- Experience with CRRT, central lines, medication drips, and ventilator management
- Familiarity with procedures such as bronchoscopy and EGD
- Experience with Meditech or other acute-care EMR systems
- NIH Stroke Scale experience preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Critical care assessment and prioritization
- Hemodynamic monitoring and titration of vasoactive drips
- CRRT management and troubleshooting
- Central line care and sterile technique
- Familiarity with oncology-related chemo administration in ICU settings
- Proficiency in Meditech documentation and electronic charting
- Strong communication, teamwork, and patient/family education skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced MICU environment
Benefits
- Generous housing support and travel reimbursement to make your assignment comfortable
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options to keep you and your family healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay credentialed
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance and short-term disability options for peace of mind
- Referral bonus program — earn rewards for helping us grow the team
- A supportive, experienced MICU team that values your skills and growth
Travel Perks: Explore Wichita, KS
Wichita is a welcoming midwestern hub with plenty to explore during your 13-week assignment. Stroll along the Arkansas River and visit the iconic Keeper of the Plains and Riverwalk, check out the beautiful Botanica Wichita gardens, or spend a day at Sedgwick County Zoo. Culture buffs will enjoy Exploration Place (a hands-on science center) and the Wichita Art Museum. For history and local flavor, Old Cowtown Museum brings the past to life. There are also great local breweries, diverse dining options downtown, and nearby parks and trails for weekend hikes and fresh air.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - ICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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