Location: Seattle, WA

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-20-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $62 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

• Conduct thorough pre-surgical cardiac assessments to identify risks and prepare patients for surgery
• Perform and obtain 12-lead EKGs and MRSA swabs as part of the clinic visit
• Interpret laboratory and clinical results and communicate findings clearly to surgeons and schedulers
• Deliver compassionate, clear patient teaching about procedures, recovery expectations, and post-op care
• Develop and coordinate discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions and reduce readmissions
• Document all patient interactions and clinical findings in EPIC with accuracy and timeliness
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physical therapy, radiology, and social services

Qualifications

• WA RN License in-hand required (pending licenses are not accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required; 2 years inpatient or cardiac clinic experience preferred
• BLS certification required
• EPIC charting experience required
• Comfort working with adult and geriatric cardiac surgery patients and a typical patient ratio of ~1:5
• Reliable transportation and ability to meet local commute/relocation requirements for the assignment

Education

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN) and current WA RN license (in-hand)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of cardiology assessments and common cardiac diagnoses (CAD, AFIB, HCM, etc.)
• Ability to obtain and interpret 12-lead EKG/ECG
• Skilled at interpreting laboratory results and applying them to clinical decision-making
• Proficient in patient teaching and delivering clear pre-surgical education
• Experience with MRSA swab collection and basic infection control practices
• Solid discharge planning skills and coordination with surgery teams and schedulers
• Comfortable using EPIC for charting and clinical communication

Benefits

• Supportive team that values YOU and your clinical judgment
• Predictable weekday schedule with no nights or weekends — work/life balance that actually works
• Opportunity to convert to a permanent role after a 13-week contract-to-hire period
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement guidance to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off and time to recharge (program details provided by hiring facility)
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options available through the employer once hired
• 401K retirement savings plan options for long-term planning
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates
• Professional development opportunities and access to Epic training

Travel Perks: Explore Seattle, WA

Explore Seattle’s iconic attractions on your days off: stroll Pike Place Market and the waterfront, admire views from the Space Needle, and dive into the Museum of Pop Culture. Enjoy abundant parks and hiking nearby — Discovery Park, Rattlesnake Ledge, and day trips to Mount Rainier or Snoqualmie Falls are perfect for weekend adventures. Hop a ferry to Bainbridge Island for charming shops and cafes, savor the city’s legendary coffee and seafood scene, and catch a game or concert depending on the season. Seattle blends urban culture with easy access to nature — plenty to explore between shifts.

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