Location: Kearney, NE

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 05-18-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts — Days: 06:30 AM - 06:30 PM; Nights: 06:30 PM - 06:30 AM; Every other weekend required; Minimum of 2 holidays during the 13-week contract (rotating day/night coverage)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $65 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 patient care in a PCU/stepdown setting, prioritizing safety and comfort
• Monitor telemetry and read/interpret EKG strips to detect and respond to arrhythmias
• Manage arterial lines and titrate drips (heparin, nitro, dopamine, diltiazem, amiodarone, insulin) per unit protocols
• Troubleshoot and assist with high flow oxygen therapy and coordinate respiratory needs with RT
• Document thoroughly and timely in EPIC to support continuity of care and clinical decision-making
• Collaborate with charge nurses, techs, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Use patient-centered communication and cultural competency when caring for diverse populations
• Participate in unit initiatives to improve patient experience and operational responsiveness

Qualifications

• Active RN license (Nebraska or Compact RN license acceptable) required at time of submittal
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience — PCU/stepdown, med-surg, or ICU experience preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (current and valid)
• Demonstrated competence with arterial lines and drip titration
• Comfortable reading and interpreting telemetry strips independently
• Valid driver’s license required at submittal to confirm radius eligibility
• Willingness to complete orientation pass/fail exam (open book) and achieve minimum passing score
• Not currently employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility (including CHI and Dignity)

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• BSN preferred but not required

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in EPIC charting and electronic documentation workflows
• Strong telemetry/EKG interpretation skills and cardiac monitoring knowledge
• Experience with titratable infusions and medication safety principles
• Familiarity with high flow oxygen therapy and basic ventilatory troubleshooting
• Comfortable using lifts, bladder scanners, and vein finders as part of bedside care
• Ability to prioritize, triage, and function in a fast-paced stepdown environment
• Cultural competency working with Hispanic and Somalian patient populations
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability when floated to med-surg or ICU

Benefits

• Supportive travel assignment perks including housing and travel assistance to help you settle in quickly
• Comprehensive onboarding with unit-specific orientation so you feel confident from day one
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement support to keep your credentials current
• Flexible scheduling conversations — we try to accommodate weekend-only block requests when possible
• A collaborative team culture that values communication, feedback, and professional growth
• Access to continuing education and skills refreshers (EPIC, telemetry, ACLS practice)
• Paid time off and holiday scheduling built into the assignment calendar to help you recharge
• Opportunity to expand your skillset across PCU/stepdown, med-surg, and ICU environments
• Employee support for travel logistics and a local rep who’s easy to reach

Travel Perks: Explore Kearney, NE

Kearney is a welcoming Nebraska hub with local charm — explore the Great Platte River Road Archway, stroll the Museum of Nebraska Art, and enjoy outdoor time along the Platte River (famous for spring sandhill crane migration). Find cozy local cafés and a friendly downtown, with easy drives for weekend trips to larger cities for entertainment, dining, or outdoor adventures.

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