Location: Reno, NV

Start Date: 01-17-2026

End Date: 07-17-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days, 12-hour day shifts; weekends required (specific start/end times not specified in posting)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $77 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, timely emergency nursing care to patients of all ages in the ED
• Perform rapid assessment, triage, and stabilization of emergent patients
• Collaborate with MDs, advanced practice providers, and the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient plans
• Administer medications and treatments safely according to protocols and documentation standards
• Maintain accurate, timely patient documentation and handoffs
• Participate in unit-based competencies and required testing to ensure ongoing clinical readiness
• Support a patient-centered environment by communicating clearly with patients and families during stressful moments

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (must be verifiable via Nursys or equivalent)
• Current BLS required
• Current ACLS required
• PALS required as applicable for the ED population
• NRP as applicable for neonatal/obstetric care
• Ability to work 12-hour day shifts and weekends
• Per diem experience preferred; willingness to complete Prime exams and competency checklists
• Ability to complete required compliance items (vaccinations/attestations, fit test, drug screen, TB testing) within timelines

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong emergency assessment and triage skills
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple acute patients
• Excellent communication and teamwork in high-acuity settings
• Familiarity with ED protocols, medication administration, and documentation systems
• Competence with required clinical competencies and specialty exams (Prime Core Competencies, Prime Specialty Exam)
• Ability to pass fit testing and standard pre-employment health screenings

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical skills — collaborate with experienced ED staff who have your back
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help keep your credentials current (Nursys verification supported)
• Flexible per diem scheduling to help you balance life and work
• Access to professional development and competency testing (Prime Core Competencies, Specialty Exam, Skills Checklist)
• Paid time to complete required onboarding/compliance items in a structured process
• Comprehensive compliance support so you can focus on patient care, not paperwork
• Opportunities to expand your ED experience and build your emergency-care resume
• A respectful workplace culture that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and high-quality care

Travel Perks: Explore Reno, NV

Reno is a gateway to outdoor adventure and vibrant local culture: explore nearby Lake Tahoe for hiking, skiing, and water sports; stroll the scenic Truckee Riverwalk and downtown arts district; try local breweries and farm-to-table restaurants; catch live performances or festivals at the Reno Events Center and Pioneer Center; weekend trips to Tahoe are quick and rewarding for nature lovers.

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