Location: Albuquerque, NM

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days: Not specified, 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $33 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 and support patients through daily routines
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
• Monitor patient status, perform assessments, and report changes to the care team
• Maintain clear, timely documentation in the patient record and handoffs
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and providers to deliver coordinated care
• Educate patients and families about care plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Promote a safe environment by following infection control and safety protocols
• Contribute to a positive unit culture by mentoring colleagues and communicating respectfully

Qualifications

• Current and active LPN or RN license in New Mexico (must have one or the other to apply)
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required; ACLS/PALS as applicable preferred
• Current immunizations and TB screening per facility policy
• Healthcare experience preferred; prior med-surg, rehab, or acute care experience is a plus
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and time-management skills

Education

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program for Licensed Practical Nurses
• Graduate of an accredited ADN/BSN program for Registered Nurses

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient assessment and bedside care done with accuracy and empathy
• Medication administration and documentation best practices
• Wound care, IV familiarity (as applicable to licensure/scope), and treatment setup
• Electronic medical record (EMR) navigation and clear charting
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Teamwork, clear communication, and patient-focused problem solving

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can stay healthy while helping others
• 401K retirement savings plan to keep your future bright
• Life insurance and income protection resources for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement and relocation help so the move is easy
• A supportive team that values YOU — collaborative leadership and friendly coworkers
• Referral bonus program to celebrate bringing great people to the team

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

Explore Albuquerque while on assignment: stroll through Old Town Albuquerque for local shops and Southwestern flavor, ride the Sandia Peak Tramway for stunning city and mountain views, visit the ABQ BioPark and Aquarium, hike or bike at Petroglyph National Monument, enjoy the Rio Grande bosque trails, and plan weekend trips to Santa Fe (about an hour away) or Taos. If you’re here in October, the city’s Balloon Fiesta is world-famous — a bucket-list event for many travelers.

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