Location: Chicago, IL

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Per diem nights, variable days as needed, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Night shift)

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, compassionate critical care to adult patients in a fast-paced setting
• Monitor and interpret complex hemodynamic data, recognizing and responding to changes
• Administer medications and advanced therapies in accordance with protocols and best practices
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans
• Perform thorough assessments and document clinical findings accurately and timely
• Participate in required competency exams and skills validation to maintain clinical excellence
• Support safe transitions of care by communicating effectively with team members and families

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license with Nursys verification
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS and DCI/BVP certifications required or current
• Critical care experience preferred; confident in managing high-acuity patients
• Completion of required Prime exams and skills checklist prior to start
• Ability to pass employer health requirements (drug screen, TB testing, immunizations, fit test)
• Professional, compassionate demeanor with strong clinical judgment and teamwork skills

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ASN/BSN) required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong critical care nursing skills and clinical assessment abilities
• Knowledge of advanced cardiac life support protocols and emergency response
• Familiarity with NIHSS stroke assessment and DCI/BVP procedures
• Basic pharmacology knowledge and safe medication administration practices
• Proven ability to perform core competencies and specialty clinical procedures
• Effective communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to fit your life and give you control over your shifts
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Supportive team environment where your skills and voice matter
• Paid time for required training and competency testing
• Travel reimbursement and resources for contract travelers
• Opportunities for professional development and specialty training
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• Work/life support—helpful managers and a collaborative unit culture

Travel Perks: Explore Chicago, IL

Explore Chicago while you work: enjoy nearby parks and green space like Horner Park and the expansive Lake Michigan shoreline, grab world-class food in neighborhood gems across the Northwest Side, or visit top attractions such as the Lincoln Park Zoo, the Chicago History Museum, and the iconic Magnificent Mile a short drive away. Weekend trips are easy — head north to Milwaukee for breweries and festivals, or east to the Indiana Dunes for lakeside hiking and beaches.

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