Location: Wichita, KS

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 04-27-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour nights; specific days/schedule vary by unit)

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

• Provide high-quality critical care to SICU patients, including trauma and post-cardiac surgical patients
• Monitor and manage advanced life support equipment such as ECMO, CRRT, and balloon pumps
• Safely manage central lines, chest tubes, medication drips, and complex post-operative care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute individualized care plans
• Perform timely assessments, escalate changes in condition, and document care in Meditech
• Educate patients and families with compassion and clear communication during critical moments
• Contribute to a positive unit culture by supporting colleagues and promoting efficient workflows

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure (state RN license required)
• Minimum 2 years of critical care/ICU experience (per job posting)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (required)
• TNCC or ATCN certification (required)
• Experience with ECMO, CRRT, balloon pump support, and post-operative cardiac care preferred
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR and critical care documentation
• Demonstrated ability to work at a 1:2 patient ratio and 1:1 for high-acuity patients

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong critical care assessment and hemodynamic monitoring skills
• Experience with trauma, post-CABG and post-TAVR patient management
• Competence in managing chest tubes, central lines, and titratable medication drips
• Hands-on experience with ECMO and CRRT therapies
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced SICU environment
• Clear communication, organization, and the ability to prioritize under pressure

Benefits

• Supportive team environment that values your skills and input
• Flexible scheduling options to help you balance life and work
• Generous travel assignment perks and reimbursement support
• Licensure assistance and certification reimbursement when eligible
• Opportunity to work with advanced critical care technologies like ECMO and CRRT
• Professional development and on-unit mentorship from experienced ICU staff
• Access to hospital resources including employee health and wellness programs
• A chance to make a direct impact in high-acuity care with meaningful patient outcomes

Travel Perks: Explore Wichita, KS

Wichita offers a nice mix of city comforts and Midwestern charm. Explore Botanica Wichita’s beautiful gardens, visit the Sedgwick County Zoo, step back in time at Old Cowtown Museum, or stroll along the Arkansas River and the Keeper of the Plains plaza. Art lovers can enjoy the Wichita Art Museum and local galleries, while foodies will find great BBQ and local dining scenes. Weekend trips to Kansas City or Oklahoma City are easy drives for a change of scenery.

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