Registered Nurse
Location: Waterville, ME
Start Date: 03-09-2026
End Date: 04-06-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night shift, 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM (NOC); exact days vary, schedule confirmed with hiring team
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $32 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, safe patient care during night shifts, monitoring condition changes and intervening appropriately
- Administer medications, treatments and document care accurately and in a timely manner
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Perform thorough assessments, prioritize tasks and escalate concerns to providers as needed
- Support patient and family education with clear, respectful communication
- Maintain compliance with facility policies, infection control procedures and documentation standards
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license; LPN candidates may be considered depending on facility needs
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS or other certifications encouraged when applicable
- Relevant recent clinical experience in long-term care or similar settings preferred
- Ability to pass background checks, health screenings and facility onboarding requirements
- Strong communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, BSN or diploma program for RNs; PN program for LPNs)
Knowledge & Skills
- Comfortable with medication administration, wound care and basic nursing assessments
- Good clinical judgment and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced night environment
- Accurate charting and familiarity with electronic medical record systems
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with nursing colleagues
- Strong patient-centered approach and excellent interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay credentialed with ease
- Paid time off so you can recharge after those rewarding night shifts
- Travel reimbursement and housing support tailored to contract clinicians
- A supportive team and leadership who value your experience and voice
- Access to continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Life and disability coverage to protect you and your family
- A streamlined onboarding experience so you can start making an impact quickly
Travel Perks: Explore Waterville, ME
Explore Waterville and the scenic central Maine region on your days off. Visit the Colby College Museum of Art for inspiring exhibits, stroll the Kennebec River waterfront and local parks, and discover downtown Waterville's restaurants, breweries and shops. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy nearby Belgrade Lakes for boating and swimming, the Quarry Road trails for hiking and cycling, and easy weekend drives to Augusta for museums or to Acadia National Park and Maine’s rugged coast for a longer escape.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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