Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating schedule (Day shift), 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM; rotating every other weekend, no on-call

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $39 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

• Safely transfer and transport inpatients between units and for procedures, prioritizing patient dignity and safety
• Operate and maintain transport equipment such as stretchers, beds and wheelchairs
• Document transport activity and patient status accurately using Capacity Management and iMobile device
• Communicate clearly and professionally with bedside nurses, unit charge, and transport techs to coordinate timely moves
• Perform sound clinical assessments during transport and escalate concerns to appropriate clinical staff
• Support efficient bed and flow management to help the unit run smoothly

Qualifications

• Current LPN/LVN license in good standing (required)
• Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience (Med-Surg experience preferred)
• BLS certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association (required)
• Proven ability to lift and transfer patients safely
• Strong communication skills and comfort working in a fast-paced transport environment
• Familiarity with EMR Capacity Management workflows and use of iMobile device is a plus

Education

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Knowledge & Skills

• Med-Surg fundamentals and patient handling best practices
• Patient transfer techniques and safe lifting methods
• Documentation in EMR systems (Capacity Management) and mobile clinical tools (iMobile)
• Use and basic troubleshooting of transport equipment (Stryker stretchers, Hill-Rom beds, wheelchairs)
• Clear, compassionate patient communication and teamwork skills
• Time management and situational awareness for coordinating multiple transports

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your contract comfortable and easy
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off so you can recharge after meaningful work
• Travel reimbursement and support for contract logistics
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions every shift
• Professional development and learning opportunities to grow your transport and med-surg skills
• Referral bonus program and recognition for great performers

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, North Carolina

Asheville is a fantastic base for your assignment — explore the iconic Biltmore Estate, drive or bike along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, hike in Pisgah National Forest, wander the River Arts District, sample award-winning local breweries and farm-to-table restaurants, or take a weekend trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. Plenty of outdoor adventures and a vibrant arts scene make downtime here a delight.

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