Location: Soledad, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 05-10-2026

Shift Type: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM (day/evening shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $51 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 skilled nursing care to patients in a correctional facility setting, following policies and standard protocols
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and document care clearly and thoroughly
• Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and report changes in condition promptly
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and discharge planning
• Maintain a safe, respectful environment while adhering to correctional facility rules and security procedures
• Participate in training and orientation to ensure consistent practice and high-quality care

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) credential in good standing (state licensure required for assignment)
• Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification or ability to obtain if required
• Comfort working in a correctional health environment and ability to pass facility background and security requirements
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to the scheduled days and the full 15-week assignment

Education

• Completion of an accredited Vocational Nursing program or equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong medication administration and charting skills
• Proficient in patient assessment and basic wound care
• Familiarity with infection control practices and standard precautions
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Good documentation practices and attention to detail
• Respectful interpersonal skills for working with patients and custody staff

Benefits

• Supportive team environment where your clinical skills are valued and your voice matters
• Paid orientation and a dedicated 2-week training period to set you up for success
• Flexible scheduling that respects work-life balance while offering meaningful clinical hours
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement guidance to help keep credentials current
• Opportunities to gain experience in a correctional health setting — a chance to broaden your clinical resume
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
• Access to employee resources for professional development and continuing education
• A caring culture focused on safety, respect, and teamwork

Travel Perks: Explore Soledad, CA

Soledad sits in the beautiful Salinas Valley, so when you have time off you can explore Pinnacles National Park for hiking and rock formations, visit nearby Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea for coastal views and world-class dining, tour local wineries and tasting rooms, or take scenic drives through the Salinas Valley. The Monterey Bay Aquarium and coastal beaches are a short drive away for weekend relaxation.

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