Location: State College, PA

Start Date: 03-09-2026

End Date: 06-08-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shifts, 12-hour nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM); some shifts noted as 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM; schedule includes every other weekend (night shift coverage)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $56 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

• Perform thorough nursing assessments and collect pertinent patient data to drive individualized care plans
• Develop, implement and evaluate measurable patient care plans using the nursing process
• Document patient status and interventions clearly and promptly in the patient chart (EPIC experience preferred)
• Provide patient and family education to support recovery, discharge planning and ongoing health needs
• Prioritize and delegate tasks appropriately to maintain safe, high-quality patient care
• Participate in quality improvement activities and use data to recommend practice enhancements
• Advocate for patients and ensure ethical, confidential, and dignified care at all times
• Assist with out-of-facility patient transport and coordinate continuity of care during transfers
• Demonstrate leadership during your shift, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team and supporting peers
• Maintain clinical competency through ongoing education and required certifications

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Med/Tele clinical experience (Med/Surg/Telemetry competencies)
• Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (HCP BLS) certification — must be maintained (HCP BLS to be completed within four months of probation per policy)
• Experience with patient documentation; EPIC charting experience preferred
• Comfortable working night shifts and providing occasional weekend coverage
• Strong assessment, critical thinking and delegation skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Nursing assessment and care planning
• Patient documentation and electronic charting (EPIC preferred)
• Patient education and advocacy
• Delegation and leadership on shift
• Clinical competency and evidence-based practice
• Quality improvement and participation in performance initiatives
• Ethical practice and confidentiality
• Patient transport and transfer coordination

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend options to make your travel stay comfortable and convenient
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you build long-term security
• Life insurance and short-term disability options for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge and actually enjoy your weekends off
• Travel reimbursement and support to make your commute stress-free
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program — tell a friend and earn rewards
• A supportive team that values YOU and fosters professional growth

Travel Perks: Explore State College, PA

State College is a lively college town anchored by Penn State — enjoy campus energy, local cafes, and cultural events. Explore scenic hikes on Mount Nittany or Rothrock State Forest, paddle or picnic at nearby lakes and parks, and hit the slopes or trails at Tussey Mountain. Downtown offers farmers markets, craft breweries, and local restaurants to discover. For weekend adventures, plan short road trips to Hershey, and Pittsburgh, or discover charming nearby small towns for history and festivals.

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