Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $74 to $78 per hour in Santa Maria, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Santa Maria, CA
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $74 to $78 per hour
Shift Information: Rotating - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Santa Maria, California, 93454!

Location:  Santa Maria, CA

Start Date:  05-18-2026

End Date:  08-17-2026

Shift Type:  12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM, or 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM, every other weekend

Hours per Week:  36

Candidate Pay Rate:  $78 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

• Deliver rapid, compassionate care in a high-volume ER handling up to 317 patients daily
• Manage diverse cases from trauma and strokes to peds and STEMIs with skill and confidence
• Collaborate with MDs, mid-levels, RTs, and techs to stabilize and treat critically ill patients
• Interpret tele strips accurately while supporting a dynamic team environment
• Float to nearby Arroyo Grande ER when needed to broaden your impact

About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Active RN license with at least 2 years of ER experience
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS
• TNCC preferred for those extra trauma-ready skills
• Travel experience a plus for seamless adaptation

Education

• RN licensure required, BSN preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in Cerner EMR for efficient documentation
• Expertise in managing vents, trauma bays, and psych patients
• Strong assessment skills for fast-paced, high-acuity environments
• Comfortable with 1:4 ratios and occasional ICU-level 1:1 or 1:2 care

Benefits

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan with matching
• Generous paid time off to recharge
• Life and disability insurance
• Licensure and certification reimbursement
• Referral bonus program for bringing along great colleagues
• Supportive team environment that celebrates your wins

Travel Perks: Explore Santa Maria, CA

Dive into California's Central Coast paradise in Santa Maria. Explore stunning beaches at Pismo and Avila, hike in Los Padres National Forest, savor world-class Santa Ynez Valley wineries, and catch vibrant events at the Santa Maria Historical Society or local farmers markets. Weekend getaways to San Luis Obispo or Hearst Castle await.

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