Location: York, ME

Start Date: 05-04-2026

End Date: 08-03-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Three 12-hour night shifts per week, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (occasional 1:00 PM - 1:30 AM shifts may be requested due to census) Night shift

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 rapid assessment and compassionate emergency care to patients of all ages
• Perform triage and stabilization for critically ill or injured patients
• Serve as charge nurse when assigned, coordinating patient flow and staff assignments
• Precept and mentor new nurses to maintain a strong, confident ED team
• Administer medications, start and manage IV therapy, and perform interventions per protocol
• Document thoroughly and accurately in the electronic health record
• Collaborate with physicians, techs, and ancillary services to ensure timely, high-quality care
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement and safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the State of Maine (required)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (required)
• PALS is a plus
• Previous Emergency Department nursing experience (required)
• Previous charge nurse and preceptor experience (required)
• Comfortable working 12-hour night shifts and flexible with occasional schedule adjustments

Knowledge & Skills

• Emergency Department assessment and triage skills
• Stabilization and critical care interventions in the ED
• Medication administration and IV management
• Proficient ED documentation and electronic charting
• Strong communication, teamwork, and prioritization under pressure
• Leadership skills for charge nurse duties and precepting

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your temporary stay comfortable
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement so your trip to Maine is easy
• Paid time off to recharge after intense shifts
• Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
• A supportive ED team that values your experience and growth
• Opportunities to precept and develop leadership skills

Travel Perks: Explore York, ME

York, Maine is a coastal gem — enjoy short drives to beautiful beaches like Short Sands and Long Sands, stroll to the iconic Nubble (Cape Neddick) Lighthouse, savor fresh seafood at local lobster shacks, explore nearby coastal towns like Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, hike Mount Agamenticus for panoramic views, or take a quick trip to Portsmouth, NH for dining and nightlife. Plenty of outdoor weekend adventures and scenic spots to unwind after your shifts.

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