Location: Taylor, MI

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Open Per Diem - schedule varies (specific start/end times and days not provided in job posting); may include day, evening, or night shifts depending on unit needs

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

• Administer medications and manage IV therapy safely and accurately
• Assess patients, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and evaluate outcomes
• Provide tracheostomy care and manage enteral/tube feedings as needed
• Monitor cardiac status and respond appropriately to changes
• Assist and collaborate with patient care technicians (PCTs) and other staff to ensure high-quality care
• Communicate effectively with physicians and patient families by phone and documentation
• Maintain accurate license and certification verification and comply with required health screenings

Qualifications

• Valid LPN license (must be active and verifiable)
• BLS certification required
• Comfortable and competent with medication administration, IV management, cardiac monitoring, tracheostomy and enteral feeding care
• Ability to perform patient assessments and develop care plans
• Willingness to complete required health screenings and immunizations listed by the facility (COVID-19 vaccine, TB test/questionnaire, drug screen, MMR, Hep B, Influenza, Varicella, Tdap, fit test, color vision, health statement)
• Strong communication skills for phone interaction with physicians and families, and teamwork-oriented attitude

Education

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program or equivalent LPN diploma/certificate

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication administration and safe documentation practices
• IV therapy setup, monitoring and troubleshooting
• Cardiac monitoring interpretation basics
• Tracheostomy care and suctioning techniques
• Enteral feeding management and tube care
• Patient assessment, care planning and clinical judgment
• Collaborative teamwork and clear phone communication with clinicians and families

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can work when it fits your life
• Supportive team that values your skills and input
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep you working with ease
• Paid time off options and work-life balance resources
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options available
• Travel reimbursement and housing assistance for contract assignments
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Referral bonus program to reward teammates who bring great people onboard

Travel Perks: Explore Taylor, MI

Taylor is a convenient home base for exploring metro Detroit attractions. Enjoy quick access to Detroit Metro Airport (DTW), discover The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village in nearby Dearborn, catch a game or concert downtown, and browse world-class collections at the Detroit Institute of Arts. For outdoor time, check out local Metroparks, neighborhood trails and lakes for walking or picnics. A short drive opens up diverse dining, shopping, and weekend getaways to nearby communities like Ann Arbor.

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