Registered Nurse - PCU
Location: San Antonio, TX
Start Date: 07-01-2026
End Date: 09-30-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM; rotating nights including weekdays and weekends with every other weekend required; no on-call
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 nursing care for PCU and burn/reconstructive patients with compassion and precision
- Monitor telemetry and cardiac/stroke patients closely and respond promptly to clinical changes
- Perform dressing changes and wound care using evidence-based techniques
- Document all patient care and assessments accurately in Meditech EMR
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Educate patients and families about condition management, procedures, and discharge planning
- Maintain unit safety and adhere to unit guidelines and policies
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
- Minimum 1 year of RN clinical experience (per job posting)
- BLS certification is required
- Experience in PCU, Telemetry, Med-Surg, or burn care strongly preferred
- Proficiency with Meditech or similar EMR systems
- Able to work night shifts and a rotating schedule, including every other weekend
- Independent, dependable, and strong clinical judgment
Knowledge & Skills
- Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
- Cardiac and stroke patient care
- Dressing changes and wound management for burn/reconstructive patients
- Meditech EMR documentation
- Ability to manage patient ratios around 1:3-4
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your 13-week stay comfy and hassle-free
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage so you can stay healthy while you care for others
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance coverage for peace of mind
- Paid time off to recharge between adventures
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement for required certifications
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates aboard
- A supportive, experienced team that values your skills and growth
Travel Perks: Explore San Antonio, TX
San Antonio offers a fantastic blend of culture and outdoor fun. Explore the iconic Alamo, stroll the River Walk with its restaurants and boat tours, and wander Historic Market Square for local crafts and Tex-Mex flavors. Visit the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, check out the Natural Bridge Caverns for weekend adventure, or enjoy family attractions like SeaWorld and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Plenty of parks, museums, and great food make this a rewarding place to live during your assignment.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PCU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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