Location: Lewiston, ME

Start Date: 04-27-2026

End Date: 07-27-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (day) or 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (night); typical schedule 3x12 rotating (includes weekends)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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 emergency patients rapidly and accurately to prioritize care
• Administer IV therapy, medications, and blood products safely and in a timely manner
• Provide emergency care including advanced cardiac life support interventions when needed
• Document nursing assessments, interventions, teaching, and patient responses thoroughly
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up care
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care
• Respond to urgent and critical situations with composure and evidence-based practice

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license valid for practice in the required state
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required
• Minimum 1+ year of nursing experience required
• At least 1 year of prior critical care or emergency nursing experience required
• Clean licensure and background record; travelers with license/background actions will not be accepted
• Must not be a previous employee of St. Mary's (per client requirement)
• Comfortable working rotating day and night 12-hour shifts

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong patient assessment and triage skills in an emergency setting
• Proficiency with IV therapy, medication administration, and blood product administration
• Skilled in documentation and electronic medical record charting
• Knowledge of emergency care protocols and cardiac life support
• Ability to provide clear patient education and discharge instructions
• Calm, decisive critical thinking during high-acuity situations
• Effective communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your move easier
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork is one less thing to worry about
• Flexible scheduling and shift swap support to help balance life outside work
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Access to a supportive multidisciplinary team that values your expertise
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
• Employee assistance and wellness resources to support your mental health

Travel Perks: Explore Lewiston, ME

Lewiston sits on the scenic Androscoggin River and offers a charming small-city feel with access to Bates College and the Bates College Museum of Art. Enjoy local dining, craft breweries, riverfront walking trails, and nearby Auburn for additional shops and restaurants. For weekend adventures, Portland and Maine's coastal towns are an easy drive, and Acadia National Park is within reach for a larger getaway.

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