Location: Phoenix, AZ

Start Date: 04-06-2026

End Date: 07-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM; schedule includes 4 weekend shifts per 4 weeks, holiday coverage per unit rotation; may be placed on standby and required to float between Neuro ICU, other ICU floors, and Telemetry (tele float may carry a 4:1 load)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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, compassionate neuro-critical care for complex neurosurgical and trauma patients in a 32-bed Neuro ICU
• Perform thorough neurologic assessments and monitor/manage intracranial pressure (ICP) and external ventricular drains (EVDs)
• Manage mechanical ventilation and coordinate care with Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy (both available 24/7)
• Provide central line care, Foley catheter insertion/management, and maintain sterile technique during procedures
• Monitor patients on Phillips telemetry and adjust care as needed when floated to Telemetry units
• Document clinical care accurately in Cerner and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in SIMs Lab (skills validation) and complete required competency checks (lifts, restraints, wound care)
• Serve as a charge resource when assigned (charge nurse does not take patients) and support unit staffing needs

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (eligible to submit for Arizona)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience in a large (450+ bed) facility
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Demonstrated EVD experience and strong ICP monitoring skills (must have EVD experience)
• 3–6 months prior travel nurse experience preferred
• Able to pass DYS exam and required SIMs Lab skills (pass/fail)
• Valid driver's license (50-mile radius rule applies) and travel teams must have their own vehicle
• Facility requirements: natural hair color, no facial piercings; men must be clean-shaven for fit testing

Education

• Active RN license required (Arizona)
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) — BSN preferred where applicable

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced neuro assessment and neurosurgical patient care
• ICP monitoring and EVD management
• Mechanical ventilator management and working with RT teams
• Telemetry monitoring (Phillips) and managing higher tele loads when floated
• Central line dressing changes and port-a-cath/central access familiarity
• Foley catheter insertion and urinary management
• Strong sterile technique and infection prevention practices
• Proficient clinical documentation in Cerner and effective interdisciplinary communication

Benefits

• Generous travel support and concierge services to help you settle into Phoenix quickly
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family
• Paid time off so you can recharge after intense clinical stretches
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, grow your team
• A collaborative, expert neuro team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Phoenix, AZ

Explore Phoenix's desert beauty on your days off: hike iconic Camelback Mountain or Papago Park, stroll the Desert Botanical Garden, and discover the vibrant local food scene with Southwestern and Mexican flavors. Cultural stops include the Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum. For quick weekend escapes, Sedona's red rocks are about a two-hour drive and the Grand Canyon is within reach for an adventurous road trip.

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