Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Location: Georgetown, TX
Start Date: 12-01-2026
End Date: 03-02-2027
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Rotating night shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, includes weekends (approximately 4 weekend shifts per schedule)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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 triage patients arriving to the Emergency Department quickly and accurately so the team can act fast
- Provide high-quality bedside nursing care including medication administration and monitoring during cardioversion and moderate sedation
- Perform emergency procedures such as TNK administration and manage cardiac patients with appropriate monitoring
- Document patient care thoroughly and efficiently in Meditech to ensure continuity and compliance
- Collaborate with providers, paramedics and support staff to coordinate care and improve outcomes
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments and discharge plans with compassion and clarity
- Contribute to a positive unit culture by participating in the Unit Based Council and daily teamwork efforts
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice (Texas)
- Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience required; 2 years preferred
- Current BLS and ALS certifications
- TNCC and ENPC required or PALS as an acceptable alternative for pediatric competency
- Experience with Meditech or similar EMR preferred
- Comfortable working 12-hour night shifts and scheduled weekends
- Competence with cardioversion, TNK administration and moderate sedation procedures
- Team player with a positive, flexible attitude
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
- BSN preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong emergency assessment and triage skills
- Cardiac monitoring and acute care intervention knowledge
- Pediatric emergency care concepts (ENPC/PALS)
- Familiarity with Meditech EMR workflows and documentation best practices
- Ability to manage a typical ED patient ratio of about 4:1
- Excellent communication, time management and teamwork skills
- Adaptability in a busy, community hospital environment
Benefits
- Comfortable travel assignment perks like housing support so you can focus on patients, not packing boxes
- Medical, dental and vision coverage options to keep you healthy and seeing clearly
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for life off shift
- Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Travel reimbursement and logistical support so getting here is simple
- A supportive, close-knit ED team that values collaboration and your perspective
- Opportunities to convert to local permanent roles — previous contract nurses have been hired on
Travel Perks: Explore Georgetown, TX
Georgetown offers a charming historic town square filled with shops and restaurants, scenic walks along the San Gabriel River and access to Lake Georgetown for hiking, kayaking and scenic views. You are a short drive from Austin’s live music, diverse dining and outdoor green spaces for weekend adventures. Nearby attractions include Inner Space Cavern, Round Rock’s shopping and dining, and easy day trips to state parks and Hill Country wineries.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Emergency Department? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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