Location: Austin, TX

Start Date: 12-01-2026

End Date: 03-02-2027

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour night shifts including weekends, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Night)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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

• Assess and stabilize patients quickly and confidently in a busy emergency environment
• Perform emergency procedures as needed, including intubations, lumbar punctures, TNK administration, laceration repair, suture removal, and splinting
• Provide thorough patient assessment and triage to prioritize care and improve outcomes
• Document patient care accurately using Meditech and communicate effectively with the care team
• Collaborate with physicians, medics, and support staff to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge instructions with empathy and clarity
• Maintain safety, infection control, and unit protocols while delivering high-quality nursing care

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Texas (must be active and in good standing)
• TNCC and ENPC required by start date
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of emergency nursing experience; candidates with greater than 2 years are preferred
• Comfortable performing emergency procedures listed and working in a high-acuity setting
• Experience with Meditech or comparable EMR is a plus

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ASN, ADN, or BSN) and active RN licensure

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong emergency nursing and trauma nursing skills with quick clinical judgment
• Proficiency in airway management and intubation techniques
• Experience with lumbar puncture (LP) and TNK administration
• Skilled in wound management: laceration repair, suture removal, and splinting
• Patient assessment, triage, and prioritization in fast-paced settings
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR and accurate clinical documentation
• Teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to anticipate department needs

Benefits

• Housing assistance and travel support to make your move smooth and stress free
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options so you can stay healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you maintain credentials
• Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
• Professional development and access to continuing education
• A supportive team that values collaboration and work-life balance
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great colleagues
• Employee assistance programs and wellness resources

Travel Perks: Explore Austin, TX

Explore Austin on your off days: catch live music on Sixth Street or in neighborhood venues, stroll or paddleboard on Lady Bird Lake, cool off at Barton Springs, picnic in Zilker Park, browse the shops and food trucks on South Congress, tour the Texas State Capitol and local museums, or take a quick weekend trip to the scenic Texas Hill Country and Lake Travis for hiking, swimming, and wineries.

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