Location: TBD, MA

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Per Diem / PRN — schedule varies by assignment (day and evening shifts available, weekends often required); specific start/end times depend on scheduled shifts

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, person-centered nursing care to Mercy LIFE participants
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Perform timely assessments and document clinical findings clearly
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to support care plans
• Participate in required competency testing and skills checklists
• Maintain infection control standards and follow respirator/fit-test protocols
• Support a positive, respectful environment that prioritizes participant dignity and independence

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered LPN license (appropriate state authorization required)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Ability to pass Trinity Specialty Specific Competency Testing and Trinity Skills Checklist
• Successful completion of background checks and license/certificate verification
• Must complete required personal health screenings: respirator fit test, Trinity respirator evaluation, 10-panel drug screen
• Current immunizations or acceptable titers: 2-step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon), MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Tdap, COVID-19, and annual influenza vaccine
• Comfort working flexible per diem schedule including weekends and evenings

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program or equivalent diploma/certificate

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and medication administration skills
• Clear, compassionate communication with participants, families, and team members
• Solid documentation habits and familiarity with clinical checklists
• Infection prevention and PPE/respiratory protection knowledge
• Ability to follow care plans and escalate concerns appropriately
• Adaptability to changing assignments and facility-specific procedures

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling so you can work when it fits your life
• Supportive team environment where your skills and compassion are valued
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required credentials and competencies
• Paid time for mandatory trainings and competency validation
• Travel support and coordination for contract assignments
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Referral bonus program to reward teammates who bring great people aboard
• Access to employee resources and a network of experienced clinicians

Travel Perks: Explore TBD, MA

Based in Massachusetts? Lovely choice. Explore Boston’s Freedom Trail, world-class museums, and iconic neighborhoods for a day off. Head to Cape Cod and the islands for sandy beaches and seafood weekend trips, or drive west to the Berkshires for hiking, art, and scenic fall foliage. History buffs can visit Salem and Plymouth; outdoor lovers will enjoy coastal walks, state parks, and charming small towns. Plenty of cultural events, farmers markets, and seasonal festivals to enjoy between shifts.

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