Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Start Date: 08-25-2026

End Date: 12-14-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Sunday, Friday, Saturday, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $34 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 high‑quality patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and document all interventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care
• Monitor vital signs and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Educate patients and families on health management and discharge instructions
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, infection control, and safety standards

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in New Mexico
• BLS certification (ACLS preferred for RN)
• Minimum 1 year of acute care experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work night shifts and weekend schedule

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient assessment and triage
• Medication administration and IV therapy
• Electronic health record documentation
• Infection control protocols
• Emergency response and code management
• Interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Housing stipend to make your stay comfortable
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Travel reimbursement for mileage and flights
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement for exam fees
• Generous paid time off to recharge

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, New Mexico

When you’re off the unit, explore Albuquerque’s vibrant culture – hike the Sandia Mountains, stroll through Old Town Plaza, enjoy the world‑class cuisine and craft breweries, or unwind at the Rio Grande Nature Center. Weekend trips to nearby Santa Fe or the stunning New Mexico desert are just a short drive away.

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