Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Wyncote, PA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days: To be confirmed, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (Night shift)
Hours per Week: 38
Candidate Pay Rate: $38 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 direct patient care including medication administration and routine treatments
- Perform patient assessments, monitor changes in condition, and communicate findings promptly
- Document care accurately and legibly in the electronic health record
- Initiate and follow care plans in coordination with nurses and the interdisciplinary team
- Assist with admissions, discharges, and safe patient transfers
- Educate patients and families on care plans, medications, and follow-up needs
- Support infection control practices and maintain a safe, clean environment
Qualifications
- Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license — Pennsylvania license preferred
- Current BLS/CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to start)
- Clinical experience as an LPN preferred; new grads with strong clinical training are welcome to apply
- Ability to work overnight shifts and adapt to a travel/contract assignment
- Successful completion of background check, drug screen, and required onboarding paperwork
Education
- Vocational Nursing diploma or equivalent (LPN)
Knowledge & Skills
- Medication administration and documentation accuracy
- Basic wound care and dressing changes
- Patient assessment and vital sign monitoring
- Strong communication and teamwork with interdisciplinary staff
- Time management and prioritization in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and charting best practices
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your assignment comfortable
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to simplify state requirements
- Travel reimbursement and help with logistics so you can focus on care
- Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
- Continuing education support and CEU assistance to grow your skills
- A supportive team that values YOU and prioritizes work-life balance
- Referral bonus program so great teammates get rewarded
- Life insurance and basic benefits to provide peace of mind
Travel Perks: Explore Wyncote, PA
Wyncote sits just outside of Philadelphia, so when you’re off shift you can explore big-city culture within easy reach — from the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Franklin Institute to lively dining and historic neighborhoods. Enjoy nearby green spaces like Wissahickon Valley and local parks for hiking and fresh air, browse boutiques and cafes in Chestnut Hill, visit local farmers markets, or take quick weekend trips to beaches or the Poconos. Plenty of options to relax, recharge, and explore during your contract.
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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