Location: Phoenix, AZ

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts (rotating), 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM — rotating schedule including weekends (approximately 3 shifts per 4-week period) and holiday rotation; self-scheduling

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 continuously monitor neuro patients, detecting subtle changes in condition
• Perform and monitor EEGs and 24–48 hour trend EEGs for epilepsy evaluation
• Provide skilled MedSurg/Telemetry nursing care for neuro diagnoses including TBI, brain tumor, subdural hematoma and post-op spine patients
• Safely perform Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes (SIMs Lab competency required)
• Maintain strict sterile technique and infection control during procedures
• Recognize dysrhythmias and respond appropriately; pass dysrhythmia competency exam
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team including RT, pharmacy, hospitalists/intensivists and IV SWAT for comprehensive care
• Document care accurately in Cerner and support unit flow with strong critical thinking

Qualifications

• Active RN with a minimum of 2 years clinical experience
• Level 1 trauma experience required
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• Proven MedSurg/Telemetry experience; EEG monitoring experience highly desired
• Competent in dysrhythmia recognition (dysrhythmia exam must be passed; two attempts allowed)
• Comfortable with Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes; must pass SIMs Lab
• Familiarity with Cerner or similar electronic health records
• Must have reliable personal vehicle for travel teams and follow facility appearance/fit-test guidelines (natural hair color, no facial piercings; men clean-shaven for fit test)

Education

• BSN preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia recognition
• Neuro/neurological assessment and cranial nerve screening
• EEG monitoring and trend interpretation
• Sterile technique and procedural competency (Foley, central line care)
• Critical thinking with ability to detect small changes in patient condition
• IV insertion/management and familiarity with SWAT IV support
• Basic ventilator/BiPAP familiarity and collaboration with RT
• Wound care, lifts/restraints education and safe patient handling
• Strong documentation skills in Cerner

Benefits

• Generous travel assignment perks to help you feel at home while on the road
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make state paperwork easier
• Travel reimbursement and support for getting to assignment sites
• A supportive team and clinical leadership that value your expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix is a sun-soaked playground for outdoor lovers and culture seekers alike. Hike iconic trails like Camelback Mountain or explore the scenic views at South Mountain and Papago Park. Stroll the Desert Botanical Garden or enjoy world-class art at the Phoenix Art Museum. Foodies will love Roosevelt Row and the growing restaurant scene, and the Phoenix Zoo is a great weekend outing. For quick getaways, Sedona’s red rocks and the Grand Canyon are within reach for day trips, making this a perfect base for adventure between shifts.

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