Location: State College, PA

Start Date: 03-03-2026

End Date: 06-02-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Nights (specific days per schedule), 12-hour shifts, 06:45 PM - 07:15 AM, Night

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $58 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

• Triage every patient entering the emergency care system and prioritize care based on clinical need and patient flow
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and document in-depth nursing histories using EPIC when available
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care and update them continuously based on reassessment
• Deliver evidence-based nursing interventions and manage complications and emergencies per Mount Nittany policies and ENA standards
• Evaluate patient responses and outcomes, documenting changes and communicating with the care team
• Provide patient and family education, including discharge teaching and referrals, to support continuity of care
• Maintain readiness of supplies and equipment to ensure safe, efficient emergency care
• Participate in hourly rounding in the department and half-hour waiting room rounding when needed

Qualifications

• Current Pennsylvania RN licensure (required)
• BLS (American Heart Association) current
• ACLS (American Heart Association) current
• PALS (American Heart Association) current
• Valid NIHSS certification
• Experience in Emergency Department nursing and triage preferred
• Familiarity with Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) standards
• Comfort with on-call assignments and adaptability to variable patient volumes

Knowledge & Skills

• Triage and nursing assessment across the lifespan (neonate through geriatric)
• Development and implementation of plans of care
• Clinical documentation and EPIC experience (preferred)
• Emergency response and management of acute complications
• Patient and family education and discharge planning
• Strong verbal, written, and professional communication skills
• Ability to remain composed, use sound judgment, and work collaboratively on a team

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you focus on care, not logistics
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage so you and your family are protected
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Supportive team culture that values your expertise and work-life balance
• Paid time off so you can recharge after those intense night shifts
• Continuing education and training opportunities to advance your emergency nursing skills
• Referral bonus program — tell a friend, build your dream team
• Access to EPIC systems and strong clinical support for high-quality documentation

Travel Perks: Explore State College, PA

State College is a lively college town anchored by Penn State University — cheer at Beaver Stadium, stroll the Arboretum at Penn State, or catch a cultural event on campus. Outdoor enthusiasts can hike Mount Nittany or explore nearby Rothrock State Forest and Tussey Mountain for seasonal skiing and trails. Downtown offers cozy cafes, craft breweries, local restaurants, and weekend farmers markets — great for exploring on your days off.

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