Location: Guilderland, NY

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Per Diem (OpenPerDiem) — flexible shifts as needed; coverage may include day, evening, and night shifts; schedule varies based on facility needs

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 direct nursing care to geriatric residents, focusing on dignity and comfort
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and document care clearly
• Perform thorough patient assessments and communicate changes to the care team
• Support residents with activities of daily living while promoting independence
• Follow infection control practices and maintain a safe care environment
• Participate in Trinity specialty competency testing and facility onboarding requirements
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and physicians to develop and follow care plans

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in New York (license verification required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Completion of Trinity specialty specific competency testing required
• Up-to-date immunizations and health screening per facility policy (COVID-19, MMR, Hep B, TB testing or IGRA, flu, varicella, Tdap, drug screen, fit test)
• Previous experience in geriatric or long-term care nursing preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team

Education

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication administration and accurate charting
• Geriatric nursing principles and best practices
• Basic life support and emergency response skills
• Infection prevention and control procedures
• Patient assessment and reporting clinical changes
• Time management and prioritization in a busy care setting
• Compassionate resident-centered care and family communication

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can pick up shifts that fit your life
• Supportive team environment that values your skills and input
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay compliant and current
• Opportunities for specialty competency testing and professional growth
• Access to facility-provided training and ongoing clinical support
• Paid time off options available through the facility policies
• Referral program for teammates who bring great people on board
• A culture that prioritizes patient-centered care and staff wellbeing

Travel Perks: Explore Guilderland, NY

Guilderland sits just outside Albany, giving you easy access to the cultural and outdoor offerings of the Capital Region. Explore the New York State Museum and Albany Institute of History & Art, stroll the scenic trails at John Boyd Thacher State Park or the Pine Bush Preserve, and enjoy local breweries and farm-to-table restaurants around downtown Albany. Weekend escapes to Saratoga Springs for racing and spa time or to the Adirondacks for hiking and skiing are totally doable, so you can mix work with memorable local adventures.

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