Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Gettysburg, PA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM day
Hours per Week: 43
Candidate Pay Rate: $33 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
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately according to orders
- Perform regular patient assessments and document findings clearly in the chart
- Collaborate with nurses, therapists and physicians to deliver coordinated care
- Provide compassionate bedside care and patient education to support recovery
- Monitor patient status and escalate changes promptly to the care team
- Maintain infection control standards and safety protocols at all times
Qualifications
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license — must be valid in Pennsylvania
- Current BLS/CPR certification required
- Ability to pass background check, drug screen and health requirements
- Prior clinical experience preferred (long-term care, rehab or acute care experience helpful)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills; professionalism and reliability
Education
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program (LPN/LVN diploma or certificate)
Knowledge & Skills
- Medication administration and documentation best practices
- Basic patient assessment and vital signs monitoring
- Familiarity with electronic health records and charting
- Infection prevention and standard precautions
- Time management and prioritization in a clinical setting
- Patient-focused communication and family education
Benefits
- Generous travel stipends and housing support to make your contract comfortable
- Competitive pay and timely traveler rate processing
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Travel reimbursement and orientation support on arrival
- Paid time off options so you can recharge between assignments
- Referral bonus program for sharing the good news with fellow clinicians
- A supportive team that values your skills and wellbeing
Travel Perks: Explore Gettysburg, PA
Gettysburg is rich in history and charm — step off shift and explore Gettysburg National Military Park and Museum, stroll the historic downtown with its quaint shops and eateries, or visit the Eisenhower National Historic Site. Enjoy nearby hiking on the South Mountain/Appalachian Trail sections, scenic winery and brewery tours in Adams County, and seasonal reenactments and events. For a longer weekend, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. are within easy driving distance for museums, dining and sightseeing.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Licensed Practical Nurse? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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