Location: National City, CA

Contract Type: Travel Contract

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 expert ICU care to post-open heart and critically ill cardiac patients with compassion and precision
• Continuously monitor hemodynamics, cardiac rhythms and ventilator parameters and act quickly on changes
• Administer medications and titrate drips according to protocols while ensuring accurate documentation
• Collaborate with surgeons, intensivists, respiratory therapy and the multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes
• Perform thorough assessments, develop individualized care plans and communicate changes to patients and families
• Lead and participate in bedside procedures, rapid response and code situations as clinically indicated
• Contribute to unit quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with safety and infection control standards

Qualifications

• Active RN license with Nursys verification
• Experience in ICU nursing with exposure to open heart/cardiac postoperative care
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS and DCI/BVP also required
• Ability to pass Prime competency exams and unit-specific skills checklists
• Current fit test, 10-panel drug screen and required immunizations including COVID-19, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tdap and influenza
• Negative TB test or positive PPD with negative chest X-ray and a completed physical/health statement

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong cardiac monitoring and ECG interpretation skills
• Proficiency with ventilator management and arterial/central line monitoring
• Skilled in vasoactive medication administration and titration
• Excellent clinical assessment, prioritization and critical thinking
• Clear, compassionate patient and family communication
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and accurate documentation practices
• Teamwork, adaptability and the ability to work effectively in high-acuity settings

Benefits

• Travel housing assistance to make your move easier and more comfortable
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Robust onboarding and clinical support so you hit the floor confident
• Paid time off options to recharge between assignments
• Referral recognition program for teammates you bring on board
• Access to professional development and continuing education resources
• A supportive team culture that values your expertise and work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore National City, CA

National City sits in the heart of the San Diego region so your downtime is anything but boring. Enjoy quick trips to Coronado for beaches and waterfront dining, explore Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, stroll the Embarcadero and USS Midway Museum, or catch a sunset at Cabrillo National Monument. Food lovers will appreciate nearby Mexican and seafood cuisine, and outdoor fans have hiking, biking and surfing within easy reach. Weekend escapes to La Jolla and downtown San Diego are a short drive away.

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