Location: Queensbury, NY

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Overnight (non-sleeping) shifts, nights; specific start and end times not provided

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 accurately and safely to residents during overnight hours
• Provide compassionate, person-centered resident care and support daily needs
• Monitor residents’ conditions and promptly report changes to the care team
• Maintain accurate documentation of medications, observations, and care provided
• Participate in Trinity specialty competency testing and any required trainings
• Support infection control practices and facility-required health screenings

Qualifications

• Active LPN license (license verification required)
• BLS certification (required)
• Experience with medication administration and resident care; overnight (non-sleeping) experience preferred
• Completion of Trinity specialty competency testing and required facility screenings
• Fit test and a clean Trinity 10-panel drug screen as part of onboarding
• Up-to-date immunizations or acceptable titers (COVID-19, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Influenza, Tdap) and physical/health statement

Education

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) diploma or vocational nursing certificate

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong medication administration skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of memory care best practices and dementia-sensitive approaches
• Excellent resident observation and assessment abilities
• Clear, compassionate communication with residents, families, and team members
• Familiarity with documentation standards and electronic or paper charting
• Ability to work independently during night shifts while collaborating with day teams

Benefits

• Flexible open-per-diem scheduling so you can pick nights that fit your life
• Supportive, close-knit memory care team that values compassion and collaboration
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• Opportunities for specialty competency training (Trinity) and professional growth
• Paid time for required health screenings and compliance testing
• Simple onboarding with clear checklist for immunizations, fit testing and drug screen
• Work in a setting focused on meaningful resident relationships and person-centered care

Travel Perks: Explore Queensbury, NY

Queensbury sits just minutes from the beautiful Lake George waterfront and the Adirondack Mountains — perfect for weekend hikes, scenic drives and boating. Enjoy family fun at The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom, browse outlet shopping, or take a short trip to Saratoga Springs for dining, spas and seasonal events. Winter brings nearby skiing and snow sports at local resorts, while summer offers festivals, farmers markets and lakeside relaxation.

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