Location: Scarborough, ME

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem (days vary), 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Day shift

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $29 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 compassionate, hands-on nursing care to residents as an LPN
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
• Monitor patient condition and report changes promptly to the care team
• Document patient care and observations clearly in the charting system
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff to support care plans
• Assist with activities of daily living while promoting resident dignity and independence
• Support infection control practices and maintain a safe clinical environment

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential in good standing
• CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
• Ability to pass background check and meet facility health/immunization requirements
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• Previous experience in long-term care or similar clinical setting preferred

Education

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing (LPN) program or equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication administration and basic assessment skills
• Wound care fundamentals and basic restorative nursing
• Accurate clinical documentation and charting practices
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced care environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate bedside manner

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life and side quests
• Supportive team environment that values your contributions and growth
• Opportunities for continuing education and licensure assistance
• Robust onboarding and clinical mentorship to set you up for success
• Paid time off options available through scheduling agreements
• Access to employee health resources and wellness programs
• Referral program to reward you for bringing talented colleagues on board
• Professional development and training to keep your skills sharp

Travel Perks: Explore Scarborough, ME

This per diem opportunity is based in coastal Scarborough, Maine. When you have time off, enjoy sandy beaches and seaside walks at Pine Point and Scarborough Beach State Park, explore charming local seafood spots and lobster shacks, birdwatch at the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center, and take easy trips to nearby Portland for lively dining, arts, and historic lighthouses. Perfect for weekend explorers and anyone who likes fresh sea air between shifts.

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