Location: Reno, NV

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 high-quality critical care nursing for patients in acute settings, delivering safe and timely interventions
• Continuously assess patients, monitor hemodynamic status, and respond to changing clinical needs
• Administer medications and treatments accurately, while documenting care clearly and thoroughly
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary team members to create and execute patient-centered plans
• Act promptly in emergencies, applying clinical judgment and life-saving skills when needed
• Complete required competency evaluations and specialty exams such as Prime Core Competencies and Prime Specialty Exam
• Maintain licensure and certifications and complete required health screenings and compliance tasks

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing (state licensure required)
• BLS certification required; additional critical care certifications are a plus
• Previous experience in critical care preferred
• Willingness and ability to complete employer-required competency exams and skills checklists
• Able to pass required health screenings, background checks, and drug testing
• Professional communication skills and ability to work effectively within a fast-paced team

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• Current RN licensure in the state of practice

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong critical care assessment and monitoring skills
• Comfort with advanced monitoring equipment and accurate documentation
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple complex patients
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and patient advocacy
• Infection control practices and adherence to clinical protocols
• BLS skills and commitment to ongoing skills validation

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can balance work and life—pick shifts that fit your rhythm
• Supportive team environment that values your expertise and well-being
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you maintain your credentials
• Comprehensive onboarding including competency validation and specialty skills support
• Paid time to complete required health screenings and compliance items
• Access to continuing education and professional development resources
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great clinicians onto the team
• Travel support and local logistics assistance for contract assignments

Travel Perks: Explore Reno, NV

Reno is a gateway to outdoor adventure and year-round fun. Enjoy quick weekend trips to Lake Tahoe for hiking, skiing, boating, and scenic drives. Explore the vibrant Midtown and Riverwalk districts with great dining, craft breweries, and live music. Visit the National Automobile Museum, take a day trip to historic Virginia City, or catch seasonal events like the Great Reno Balloon Race. If you love the outdoors, the Sierra Nevada trails and nearby state parks offer endless options for exploring on your days off.

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