Location: Sweetwater, TX

Start Date: 03-24-2026

End Date: 06-23-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating night 12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM; schedule pattern 5 on / 2 off then 2 on / 5 off (negotiable) - Night shift

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $54 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 advanced critical care nursing for adult ICU patients, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care
• Monitor hemodynamics, ventilators, and complex life support equipment with vigilance and expertise
• Rapidly assess and stabilize occasional pediatric patients when needed with calm competence
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families during high-stress situations
• Document timely, accurate patient information in the electronic medical record and during handoffs
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement and safety initiatives to improve patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license required (eligible to practice in Texas)
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Clinical experience in ICU or critical care settings preferred
• Comfortable and confident providing care to adult ICU patients; pediatric exposure a plus
• Ability to work night shifts and thrive in a rural hospital environment
• Strong teamwork, communication skills, and ability to prioritize in fast-paced scenarios

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• Active RN licensure required; BSN preferred where applicable

Knowledge & Skills

• Critical care assessment and interventions
• Adult ICU experience and familiarity with ventilator management
• Basic pediatric critical care knowledge for occasional pediatric patients
• Proficiency with hemodynamic monitoring and vasoactive drips
• IV pump management, central line care, and advanced airway support
• Clear clinical documentation and effective interdisciplinary communication

Benefits

• Flexible, negotiable scheduling to help you find work-life balance during nights
• Supportive ICU team that values collaboration and professional growth
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement for required certifications
• Travel assignment perks including housing guidance and local support
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Access to continuing education and critical care training opportunities
• Simple, helpful onboarding so you can focus on patient care quickly
• A small rural team where your impact is visible and genuinely appreciated

Travel Perks: Explore Sweetwater, TX

Sweetwater offers small-town West Texas charm with friendly local diners, historic downtown storefronts, and wide open skies perfect for evening drives. Enjoy exploring local parks and outdoor spaces, learn about the region’s wind energy heritage (Sweetwater is known for its wind farms), and take easy weekend trips to nearby regional hubs like Abilene for museums, shopping, and dining. It’s a great place for weekend road trips and getting to know a close-knit community while on assignment.

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