Location: Albuquerque, NM

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift, 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM (12.5-hour night shift); specific days not provided

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

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to patients in the assigned unit
• Administer medications and treatments safely and in accordance with policy
• Perform ongoing patient assessments and communicate changes to the care team
• Document patient status, interventions, and outcomes clearly in the electronic record
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create and follow patient-centered plans
• Support patient and family education to promote recovery and safe transitions

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license or Licensed Practical Nurse license for New Mexico (state licensure required)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications encouraged
• Clinical nursing experience preferred; travel/contract experience a plus
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to follow facility policies, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (LPN diploma, ADN, or BSN as applicable)

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of patient assessment and nursing process
• Medication administration and monitoring for adverse effects
• Skilled in basic wound care and vital sign monitoring
• Experience with electronic medical record documentation
• Prioritization, time management, and critical thinking in fast-paced settings
• Patient education and compassionate bedside manner

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move easy and comfortable
• Medical, dental, and vision options so you and your family stay healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Professional development and continuing education support
• A supportive team that values your expertise and work-life balance
• Referral bonus program to reward you for growing the team
• Access to a dedicated recruiter and 24/7 clinician support while on assignment

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

This is a travel assignment in Albuquerque, a city with a unique blend of outdoor adventure and Southwestern culture. Explore the Sandia Mountains and ride the Sandia Peak Tramway for sweeping city views, wander Historic Old Town for shops and local cuisine, and stroll along the Rio Grande bosque for serene trails. Visit Petroglyph National Monument for ancient rock art, check out the Albuquerque Museum and Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, and enjoy top-notch New Mexican food featuring famous red and green chile. Santa Fe is an easy weekend getaway for art, galleries, and historic plazas.

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