Location: Newport, VT

Start Date: 02-09-2026

End Date: 05-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shift (specific start/end times not provided), every other weekend, guaranteed 72 hours bi-weekly - Night

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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 high-quality emergency nursing care to patients across the lifespan with urgency and compassion
• Triage, assess, and prioritize acute presentations to keep the ED flowing safely
• Administer medications, start and manage IVs, and perform necessary procedures within scope
• Collaborate closely with physicians, ancillary services, and the ED team to coordinate patient care
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the medical record
• Support patient and family education during stressful moments with clear, compassionate communication
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement and safety initiatives to enhance care

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Vermont or compact RN license
• 3-5 years of emergency room nursing experience (as noted in the posting)
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Comfort working nights and providing weekend coverage (every other weekend)
• Strong critical thinking, effective communication, and teamwork skills

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid emergency triage and acute care assessment skills
• Proficiency with IV therapy, medication administration, and common ED procedures
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, small critical access hospital setting
• Good documentation practices and familiarity with electronic health records
• Calm under pressure, strong prioritization, and excellent bedside manner

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy on and off shift
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork is one less worry
• Paid time off to recharge between adventures
• Professional development and clinical support to grow your emergency skills
• A supportive team that values your expertise and work-life balance
• Referral program — bring a friend and celebrate together
• Responsive recruiter support to make contracting smooth and simple

Travel Perks: Explore Newport, VT

Explore the scenic Northeast Kingdom while you work: paddle or fish on Lake Memphremagog, hike local trails and state parks, chase waterfalls, and enjoy winter sports at nearby Jay Peak. Newport offers small-town charm with local farms, craft breweries, seasonal festivals, and easy drives to charming Vermont villages — perfect weekend recharge options between shifts.

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