Location: Albany, OR

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, Day shift (no weekends) — exact start/end times not specified, half-time (.5 FTE)

Hours per Week: 20

Candidate Pay Rate: $62 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

• Conduct comprehensive initial and annual foot assessments, including diabetes history and medication review
• Examine foot structure, circulation, skin, and nails and document findings thoroughly
• Provide routine foot care services such as nail trimming/filing, reduction of thick nails, callus and corn care, and management of ingrown nail portions
• Evaluate footwear for safety and fit and make recommendations to reduce risk
• Coordinate referrals to medical providers when further evaluation or treatment is needed
• Educate patients on foot care, prevention strategies, and available resources to reduce complications
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record to support continuity of care
• Promote preventive care and early detection to improve patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Oregon RN license required upon submission
• Healthcare Provider BLS certification required
• Certification as a Diabetes Educator (CDE/CDCES) preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years clinical experience as an RN or RD, with emphasis on diabetes care and/or chronic disease management preferred
• Prior teaching experience preferred

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in diabetes-related foot assessments and routine foot care techniques
• Strong patient education and coaching skills focused on prevention
• Comfortable with EHR documentation and maintaining accurate clinical records
• Ability to evaluate footwear and recommend safe options
• Referral coordination and interdisciplinary communication skills
• Infection control, skin and nail assessment, and wound-awareness
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach and strong clinical judgment

Benefits

• Supportive team that values your expertise and growth
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help keep credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge (pro-rated for .5 FTE)
• Travel reimbursement and help with travel logistics for contract staff
• Continuing education support and opportunities to pursue diabetes education credentials
• Medical, Dental & Vision support options available
• Professional development and mentorship in specialty foot care
• Flexible scheduling conversations to fit your work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore Albany, OR

Enjoy Albany's charming riverside parks and historic downtown. Explore Monteith Riverpark along the Willamette River, visit the Albany Historic Carousel & Museum, and learn local history at the Linn County Historical Museum. Day-trip options include hiking and waterfalls at Silver Falls State Park, wine tasting in the Willamette Valley, and a short drive to Corvallis to visit Oregon State University's campus, dining, and cultural offerings. Birdwatching and nature trails at nearby refuges make for peaceful weekends.

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