Location: Lewiston, ME

Start Date: 04-20-2026

End Date: 07-20-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Varies (scheduled days), 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 12-hour day shifts (may include weekend coverage as scheduled)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 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 direct and indirect patient care using the nursing process to ensure safe, respectful treatment
• Develop and periodically update individualized interdisciplinary care plans that reflect patient goals
• Perform thorough patient assessments and evaluations, documenting progress and outcomes
• Respond to psychiatric crises and apply crisis management and de-escalation techniques
• Coordinate with physicians, social workers, and other team members for seamless, integrated care
• Support detoxification needs when indicated and monitor patients for medical comorbidities
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and resources to promote recovery
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and adhere to facility policies and best practices

Qualifications

• Valid State of Maine RN license required
• Associate degree in Nursing (2-year) required
• BLS certification required prior to start
• Current CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training required before start
• Minimum of 1 year prior experience in mental health/psychiatric nursing
• Comfort caring for patients ages 5 and up in a crisis psychiatric setting
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage stress, make sound decisions under pressure, and be an excellent team player
• Flexibility to provide coverage as needed 24/7

Education

• 2-Year Associate Degree in Nursing (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong command of the nursing process, care planning and patient assessment
• Experience in emergency psychiatric nursing and crisis intervention
• Ability to evaluate patient outcomes and identify community resources
• Familiarity with detoxification care and monitoring for medical needs
• Effective interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork
• Clear written and verbal communication and professional documentation
• Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced behavioral health environment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life Insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off to recharge and avoid burnout
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your career mobility
• A supportive, collaborative team that values YOU and your expertise
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth

Travel Perks: Explore Lewiston, ME

Lewiston offers a welcoming New England experience—walk the Bates College campus, enjoy the riverfront parks along the Androscoggin, and sample locally owned restaurants and breweries downtown. For weekend adventures, take a short drive to Portland’s vibrant food and arts scene or explore Maine’s coastline. Outdoor lovers will appreciate nearby hiking, fishing, and seasonal ski areas like Sunday River for day trips—plenty to explore after your shift!

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