Location: National City, CA

Start Date: 10-11-2025

End Date: 08-02-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 compassionate, patient-centered nursing care that promotes recovery and dignity
• Perform thorough assessments and document clinical findings accurately and timely
• Administer medications and treatments safely while monitoring patient response
• Execute specialty assessments such as NIHSS for stroke patients when indicated
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care plans
• Maintain competency through required exams and skills checklists to ensure high-quality practice
• Adhere to facility policies, infection control standards, and required health screenings

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license with Nursys verification required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• NIHSS certification required; DCI/BVP certification listed as required
• Completion of Prime Core Competencies, Prime Skills Checklist, Prime Specialty Exam, and Prime Basic Pharmacology Exam as part of onboarding
• Required health screenings and immunizations: COVID-19 vaccine, MMR, Hepatitis B, Influenza vaccine, Varicella, Tdap, TB test or Positive PPD with negative chest x-ray, Fit Test, and minimum 10-panel drug screening
• Strong clinical assessment skills and effective communication with patients and team members

Education

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license — Nursys verification required

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with acute care nursing practices and documentation
• Stroke assessment and management skills including NIHSS
• Cardiac life support skills consistent with ACLS
• Medication administration and basic pharmacology knowledge
• Ability to perform competency-based skills and specialty exams
• Infection prevention and occupational health compliance

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage so you and your family are cared for
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• A supportive team that values your skills and professional growth
• Robust onboarding and access to continuing education resources
• Referral bonus program to reward you for recommending great teammates
• Clear pathways for career development and skill-building

Travel Perks: Explore National City, CA

This National City assignment places you just south of downtown San Diego and minutes from the bay. Explore nearby Coronado Island and its beautiful beaches, stroll through the historic Gaslamp Quarter for dining and nightlife, visit Balboa Park with its museums and gardens, or catch sunset views at Imperial Beach. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy quick drives to Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve for hiking and coastal vistas. When you want a city day, downtown San Diego attractions including the USS Midway Museum, waterfront promenades, and Seaport Village are all within easy reach.

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