Location: Rutland, VT

Start Date: 12-29-2025

End Date: 03-30-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Saturday-Sunday (every weekend commitment), 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM NOC (night shift). Additional weekday night shifts may be scheduled as needed.

Hours per Week: 40

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, safe bedside care to residents during night shifts, ensuring comfort and dignity
• Administer medications accurately and monitor patient responses, reporting changes to the care team
• Perform thorough patient assessments and document findings clearly in the chart/EHR
• Collaborate with RNs, providers, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care plans
• Support activities of daily living and promote mobility and independence where appropriate
• Respond promptly to urgent situations and escalate concerns per facility protocol
• Maintain infection control standards and follow facility policies for safety and documentation
• Honor the facility's weekend commitment requirement and communicate schedule needs in advance

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Vermont or eligibility to obtain Vermont licensure
• Minimum clinical experience providing direct patient care in long-term care, skilled nursing, or similar settings preferred
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• Reliable transportation (must have own transportation for this assignment)
• Ability to work nights and fulfill a weekend commitment as specified by the facility
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing (LPN) program

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid knowledge of medication administration and documentation practices
• Skilled in patient assessment, wound care basics, and recognizing changes in condition
• Comfortable using electronic health records and accurate charting
• Good time management and prioritization during busy night shifts
• Familiarity with infection control and safety protocols in a long-term care environment
• Team player attitude with a focus on compassionate resident-centered care

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and comfortable temporary housing options to make your stay easy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current and stress-free
• Travel reimbursement and coordination to simplify getting to assignment
• Paid time off to recharge between adventures
• Access to continuing education support and CEU reimbursement
• A supportive team that values your experience and treats you like a professional
• Referral bonus program so you can share the love (and get rewarded)

Travel Perks: Explore Rutland, VT

Explore the Green Mountains and world-class skiing at nearby Killington and Pico, hike scenic trails in the Green Mountain National Forest, visit the Vermont Marble Museum in Proctor, relax at Lake Bomoseen for boating and beaches, enjoy Rutland’s charming downtown dining and local breweries, and take in stunning fall foliage and outdoor recreation just a short drive away.

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