Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Andover, MA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days not specified, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM day shift
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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, hands-on nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing and rehab setting
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
- Perform resident assessments and document changes in condition promptly
- Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and care team members to develop and follow care plans
- Support activities of daily living and mobility to promote independence
- Monitor vital signs and report clinical changes to the appropriate clinician
- Maintain infection control standards and a safe environment for residents
- Participate in shift handoffs and accurate charting to ensure continuity of care
Qualifications
- Current, active LPN license (LPN) in good standing
- Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred
- Prior experience in long-term care or rehabilitation settings is a plus
- Ability to pass standard background and health screenings required by the facility
Education
- Completion of an accredited Practical Nursing program or equivalent diploma
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong medication administration and documentation skills
- Patient assessment and basic wound care knowledge
- Comfortable working with electronic health records
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Good time management and ability to prioritize in a busy clinical environment
- Knowledge of infection prevention and resident safety practices
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy on and off shift
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current
- Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
- Referral bonus program when you bring great people onto the team
- A supportive, collaborative team that values your skills and voice
- Continuing education support to help you grow clinically
- 24/7 recruiter and local support so you never feel stranded
Travel Perks: Explore Andover, MA
This is a travel contract in Andover, MA, which puts you close to charming New England towns and outdoor escapes. Explore the historic Phillips Academy campus and the Addison Gallery of American Art, take a hike or picnic at Weir Hill Reservation and Harold Parker State Forest, or enjoy nearby coastal day trips to Newburyport and Plum Island beaches. Short drives bring you to the cultural and dining scenes in Boston and Salem for weekend adventures.
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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