Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift (NOC), 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM, nights (days of week vary and will be confirmed with scheduling)

Hours per Week: 38

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 compassionate, high-quality nursing care to rehab patients, focusing on safety and functional recovery
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and timely according to orders
• Perform thorough patient assessments and communicate changes to the interdisciplinary team
• Support and coach patients through therapy activities to maximize rehabilitation outcomes
• Document patient care, progress, and interventions in the electronic health record clearly and promptly
• Collaborate with therapists, physicians, and support staff to implement individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families on condition management, discharge planning, and home care needs
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and uphold facility standards and infection control practices

Qualifications

• Active RN or LPN license in New Mexico (RN preferred for this posting)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained upon hire
• Previous experience in rehab, med-surg, or long-term care preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and documentation skills
• Comfort working night shifts and collaborating with diverse care teams
• Professional attitude, excellent communication skills, and patient-centered focus

Education

• LPN: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program (diploma or certificate)
• RN: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of rehab nursing principles and restorative care
• Skill in medication administration, wound care, and basic IV/line management as applicable
• Familiarity with electronic health records and accurate charting
• Ability to prioritize, triage, and respond calmly in urgent situations
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient/family education skills

Benefits

• Generous travel package and housing stipend to make your assignment comfortable
• Competitive traveler pay and travel reimbursement so you can focus on care, not logistics
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to ease credentialing
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• 401K retirement savings plan and optional benefits to plan for the future
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and both win
• A supportive multidisciplinary team that values your expertise and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, New Mexico

Explore Albuquerque’s outdoor and cultural playground: ride the Sandia Peak Tramway and catch sweeping valley views, hike Petroglyph National Monument, wander charming Old Town’s shops and galleries, savor New Mexican cuisine and famous green chile, stroll along the Rio Grande Bosque, and time your weekend for the world-famous Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. Easy day trips to Santa Fe and Taos make for great weekends of art, history, skiing, and hiking.

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