Location: McKinney, TX

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM, schedule varies; includes 4 weekend shifts in 4 weeks (12-hour night shifts)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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 high-quality emergency nursing care to a diverse, acute patient population
• Triage and assess patients quickly, prioritizing care based on clinical need
• Manage trauma and high-acuity cases in a Level II trauma ED with a 1:4 zone patient ratio
• Collaborate with physicians, techs, paramedics and mid-shift staff to deliver coordinated care
• Use GE monitors and MediTech EMR to document assessments, interventions and patient progress
• Maintain excellent patient experience skills—communicate clearly and compassionately
• Adhere to unit policies and safety protocols, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state licensure required)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience (ED experience strongly preferred)
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC
• Comfort with trauma care and ED holding/boarding scenarios
• High-energy, self-motivated, and amicable personality that thrives in fast-paced environments

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN preferred)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong patient experience and bedside communication skills
• Familiarity with MediTech electronic medical record systems
• Proficiency reading and responding to GE monitoring equipment
• Ability to manage multiple acute patients and prioritize care effectively
• Teamwork and clear handoff/communication skills in a busy emergency department

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to streamline your paperwork
• Travel reimbursement and logistical support for an easy start
• A supportive, high-energy ED team that values your patient-first attitude

Travel Perks: Explore McKinney, TX

McKinney is a charming and historic North Texas town with a lively downtown square full of independent shops, local restaurants and seasonal events. Explore the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary for trails and family-friendly exhibits, stroll the boutiques and farmers’ markets in Historic Downtown McKinney, or catch live music and craft brews at local spots. For bigger-city fun, Dallas, Frisco and Plano are a short drive away—perfect for weekend shopping, sports, cultural attractions and dining adventures.

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