Location: Newport, VT

Start Date: 11-17-2025

End Date: 02-16-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, nights (exact days vary based on unit schedule; may include weekends)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $74 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, evidence-based nursing care for Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Newborn patients
• Monitor maternal and fetal status using established fetal monitoring practices
• Perform thorough newborn assessments and support initial newborn care and transition
• Collaborate with obstetricians, midwives, pediatricians, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate safe patient care
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and unit overflow from Progressive Care Unit
• Educate families on postpartum care, newborn care, and discharge planning to promote positive outcomes
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont or eligibility for licensure
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and fetal monitoring certification preferred or willing to obtain
• Experience in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, or Newborn Care preferred; flexible to float to other units
• Strong assessment, triage, and critical thinking skills with comfort managing acute situations
• Comfort working night shift and adapting to unit flow and patient acuity

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Clinical knowledge of labor, delivery, postpartum recovery, and newborn physiology
• Proficiency with maternal/fetal monitoring systems and newborn assessment tools
• Ability to prioritize, triage, and escalate care appropriately
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, and care teams
• Adaptability to float to Progressive Care Unit and other areas when needed
• Commitment to patient safety, documentation accuracy, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to help you settle in quickly
• Travel reimbursement so getting here is easy and stress free
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your credentials
• Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical judgment
• Referral bonus program—bring a friend and earn rewards
• Competitive pay with rate increases for experience and longevity

Travel Perks: Explore Newport, VT

Explore the scenic Northeast Kingdom: enjoy Lake Memphremagog for boating and lakeside strolls, discover hiking and biking trails through vibrant forests, sample local farm-to-table fare and craft beverages in charming small towns, and hit nearby Jay Peak for world-class skiing and year-round mountain activities. Weekend escapes to nearby scenic routes, farmers markets, and seasonal festivals make this a delightful place to live while on assignment.

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