Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Wyncote, PA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Days not specified, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM Day shift
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $34 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
- Deliver compassionate bedside care as a Licensed Practical Nurse, keeping patient safety front and center
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and document all care thoroughly
- Perform routine assessments and report any changes in patient condition to the care team
- Assist with wound care, IV support per facility policy, and other skilled nursing tasks
- Collaborate with RNs, therapists, and physicians to create and follow patient care plans
- Educate patients and families about daily care, medications, and discharge instructions
- Maintain a clean, safe environment and follow infection control best practices
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture that improves patient outcomes
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing (PA license preferred)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification (or similar) required or must obtain
- Comfortable working in a skilled nursing or long-term care environment
- Strong communication skills and a patient-first attitude
- Ability to pass facility onboarding, background check, and health requirements
Education
- Completion of an accredited LPN / practical nursing program
- Vocational diploma or certificate in Practical Nursing
Knowledge & Skills
- Medication administration and documentation
- Patient assessment and vital sign monitoring
- Wound care and basic clinical procedures
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and charting
- Infection control and safety protocols
- Time management and prioritization during long shifts
- Team collaboration and clear communication with multidisciplinary staff
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help make your travel life easier
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for tomorrow today
- Life Insurance to protect what matters most
- Paid Time Off to recharge and actually enjoy your time off
- Travel reimbursement and assistance to make relocation smooth
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork is less painful
- Referral bonus program to reward you for helping grow the team
- A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical skills
Travel Perks: Explore Wyncote, PA
Wyncote sits just outside Philadelphia, so you get a peaceful suburban assignment with big-city perks a short drive away. Explore Chestnut Hill's boutiques and cafés, stroll the trails at Wissahickon Valley Park, visit the nearby Morris Arboretum for seasonal blooms, catch a show at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, or take a quick trip into Philadelphia to tour museums, historic Old City, and the renowned food scene. Weekend farmers markets, local festivals, and easy access to cultural hotspots make this a great place for travel clinicians who want variety between shifts.
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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