Location: Passaic, NJ

Start Date: 09-02-2026

End Date: 10-05-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day) with required on-call coverage: weekday on-call nights 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (minimum 1x/week, maximum 2x/week) and weekend on-call approximately 1 in 5 weekends (24-hour coverage); day shift with rotating on-call nights/weekends

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 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 expert perioperative nursing care in the cardiac OR through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Coordinate patient care with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure safe, efficient surgical flow
• Perform thorough pre-op and post-op patient assessments and provide clear education and instructions
• Direct and mentor OR technicians and other personnel while maintaining professional nursing standards
• Respond promptly to on-call notifications and report to the facility within the required timeframe when called in
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives, unit meetings, and in-service education to advance care quality
• Maintain meticulous documentation and adherence to hospital policies, regulatory standards, and infection control practices

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license required
• Current BLS (AHA) required upon hire and must be maintained
• Current ACLS (AHA) required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained
• Current PALS (AHA) required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained
• Minimum of one year of perioperative experience or completion of on-the-job perioperative training
• Certified Nurse OR (CNOR) preferred
• Willingness and ability to take call, including overnight call and occasional weekend coverage, and to come onsite within 30 minutes when called
• Up-to-date immunizations and cleared health screenings and drug screen as required by facility

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Hands-on perioperative nursing skills, especially in cardiac OR procedures
• Strong patient assessment and clinical decision-making across all ages
• Pre-op and post-op care, sterile technique, and surgical instrumentation awareness
• Clear communication and collaboration with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to lead and guide OR support staff and prioritize patient safety
• Comfortable with electronic health records and documentation best practices
• Call management skills and rapid response ability when called in

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your assignment comfortable and stress-free
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for the future while doing meaningful work today
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments and maintain work-life balance
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay compliant and advance your career
• Referral bonus program — tell a friend, get rewarded
• A supportive OR team that values your skills, mentorship opportunities, and professional growth

Travel Perks: Explore Passaic, NJ

Explore nearby Passaic and northern New Jersey attractions between shifts: visit the scenic Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, hike or picnic at Garret Mountain Reservation, enjoy local dining along Main Avenue, or take a short trip to Garden State Plaza for shopping. New York City is a quick ride away for museums, theaters, world-class dining, and weekend adventures. If you love the outdoors, the nearby Hudson River waterfront and state parks offer great walking and biking options.

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