Location: York, ME

Start Date: 10-20-2025

End Date: 01-19-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts, 4 x 9-hour day shifts per week (36 hours/week) with a weekend call rotation; day / rotating schedule (exact start/end times vary by unit)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 focused post-anesthesia recovery care, monitoring patients as they awaken and stabilize
• Assess and manage pain, airway and vital signs, intervening promptly when patients need escalation
• Administer medications and IV therapies safely, following hospital protocols
• Perform thorough pre- and post-procedure assessments and document care clearly in the chart
• Collaborate with anesthesia, surgical teams and physicians to ensure smooth patient transitions
• Educate patients and families about recovery expectations and discharge instructions
• Participate in weekend call rotations and handoffs to maintain consistent, safe patient care

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (state-specific requirements apply)
• Minimum one year of ASU/PACU unit experience required
• BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required
• Comfortable working day shifts and participating in weekend call rotations
• Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to respond quickly in acute situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN) — RN licensure required

Knowledge & Skills

• Post-anesthesia care principles and recovery monitoring
• Patient assessment, including airway, respiratory and hemodynamic monitoring
• Medication administration and IV management
• Pain management strategies and protocols
• Accurate clinical documentation and electronic health record use
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced recovery unit
• Collaborative teamwork with perioperative and anesthesia staff

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your temporary stay comfy and convenient
• Travel reimbursement so your commute to beautiful Maine is easier
• Competitive pay and timely contract payroll support
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Certification reimbursement for BLS, ACLS, PALS if needed
• Dedicated recruiter and clinical support so you never feel stranded
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and everyone wins
• A supportive team culture where your skills and voice matter

Travel Perks: Explore York, ME

York, Maine offers classic New England charm with easy access to sandy beaches and coastal views. Explore York Beach and Long Sands, snap photos at the iconic Nubble Lighthouse in Cape Neddick, stroll historic York Village for local shops and seafood, or take short day trips to Ogunquit for arts and theater and to Portsmouth, New Hampshire for dining and nightlife. Outdoor lovers can hike nearby trails such as Mount Agamenticus and enjoy scenic coastal drives.

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