Location: Kansas City, MO

Start Date: 12-21-2025

End Date: 03-21-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Candidate Pay Rate: $77 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 direct, compassionate patient care for adult and geriatric patients in the Cardiovascular Laboratory
• Continuously monitor and record physiologic and hemodynamic data during diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures
• Assess procedure room and equipment readiness and ensure supplies are available for each case
• Communicate effectively and proactively with physicians and the cardiovascular team about patient condition
• Assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, and inventory management of cath lab equipment
• Perform thorough patient assessments and provide timely interventions as needed
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives to enhance patient outcomes
• Complete required competency testing, documentation, and verification processes to maintain clinical readiness

Qualifications

• Active state RN license required (must be in good standing)
• Current BLS (AHA) required
• ACLS required upon start and must be maintained during assignment
• DCI/BVP certification as required by the unit
• Minimum one (1) year clinical experience in a Cardiovascular Lab doing cardiac work or in a Critical Care area
• Successful completion of drug screen, immunizations, fit test, and license verification (per facility requirements)
• Comfortable with unit-specific competency testing (rhythm interpretation, pharmacology, specialty exams)

Education

• BSN preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong hemodynamic monitoring and cardiac procedural monitoring skills
• Hands-on experience with cardiovascular/cath lab procedures and equipment
• Excellent patient assessment and continuous monitoring capabilities
• Ability to prioritize in fast-paced procedural settings and communicate clearly with physicians
• Inventory and equipment management skills to keep the lab ready for cases
• Knowledge of basic pharmacology and cardiac rhythms (per required competency exams)

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move easy and comfortable
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings options to help you plan for the future
• Life and disability insurance so you can focus on patient care with peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to simplify cross-state practice
• Reimbursement for required screenings and onboarding checks
• A supportive, close-knit cardiovascular team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Kansas City, MO

Explore Kansas City’s vibrant offerings between shifts: stroll the Country Club Plaza's Spanish-inspired architecture and shops, enjoy world-class art at the Nelson-Atkins Museum, and soak in jazz history at the 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District. Savor legendary KC barbecue, catch a game or concert at downtown venues, visit Union Station and the National WWI Museum and Memorial, or unwind in expansive parks like Swope Park. Easy weekend escapes include nearby lakes, trails, and charming small towns for a quick recharge.

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