Location: Clinton, IA

Start Date: 02-03-2026

End Date: 11-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift (specific start/end times vary; primarily nights). Typical full-time expectation noted as 36 hours/week but hours can be flexible.

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $36 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, skilled nursing care during night shifts to patients in need
• Perform timely assessments, implement care plans, and monitor patient status throughout the shift
• Administer medications and treatments accurately while following facility protocols
• Document patient care and observations clearly in the EMR for safe handoffs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care
• Demonstrate infection control practices and participate in required testing and screenings
• Complete Trinity specialty competency testing and skills checklists as part of ongoing quality assurance

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license (Iowa preferred/required for practice in-state)
• BLS certification (required)
• NIHSS certification (listed as required)
• Ability to obtain EMR access and complete facility fingerprinting
• Willingness to complete Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist
• Successful completion of required health screenings: drug screen, fit test, immunizations (COVID-19, MMR, Hep B, influenza, Varicella, Tdap) and TB testing (2-step PPD or IGRA)
• Available to work night shifts and adapt to typical nocturnal workflow

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) program
• Active state LPN licensure required

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient with electronic medical records (EMR) documentation and access
• Strong patient assessment and observation skills during overnight hours
• Solid medication administration and basic nursing procedures
• Familiarity with NIHSS stroke assessment
• Good communication skills for handoffs and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Ability to prioritize, triage, and respond calmly in urgent situations

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options to help you balance life and work
• Supportive team culture that values your contributions every night
• Licensure and certification assistance & reimbursement for required checks
• Comprehensive onboarding with specialty competency testing (Trinity)
• Paid time to get your required health screenings and immunizations up to date
• Professional development opportunities and skills checklists to help you grow
• Travel assignment perks like housing guidance and local support (non-monetary)
• A role where your night-shift expertise directly improves patient outcomes

Travel Perks: Explore Clinton, IA

This is a travel contract position in Clinton, IA — a charming river town on the Mississippi. Enjoy evening walks along the riverfront, explore scenic parks like Eagle Point Park, and check out the historic downtown for local dining and shops. Outdoor lovers can find nearby trails and green spaces, and the location makes for easy weekend excursions to other regional cities and attractions. It’s a great spot to unwind after a night shift and explore Midwestern river-town hospitality.

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