Location: Salem, VA

Start Date: 12-01-2026

End Date: 03-02-2027

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, schedule includes every-other-weekend coverage (day shift)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $61 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, patient-centered nursing care on the inpatient rehab unit
• Administer medications and manage IV therapy, PICC, and PEG tube care safely and accurately
• Perform specialized procedures such as bladder scans, trach care, tube feeding, Foley care, and blood administration
• Document assessments and interventions thoroughly in Meditech to ensure continuity of care
• Collaborate with physical, occupational, and speech therapy plus physicians and neuropsychology to drive patient functional improvements
• Monitor and escalate changes in patient condition to the care team promptly
• Support unit workflow, including floating to other Med Surg departments when needed
• Contribute to a positive patient experience by teaching, coaching, and advocating for patient goals

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience
• Med/Surg or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience required
• BLS certification required
• Experience with medication administration including IVs and IV pumps
• Familiarity with Meditech or similar electronic documentation systems
• Rehab experience preferred
• Comfort with blood administration, trach care, tube feeding, and bladder care
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour day shifts and cover every-other-weekend

Education

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (Virginia)

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication administration and IV therapy best practices
• PICC and PEG tube management
• Trach care and airway safety procedures
• Bladder scanning and Foley catheter management
• Blood administration protocols and monitoring
• Proficient documentation in Meditech
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
• Time management and prioritization in a 12-hour shift environment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your assignment comfortable
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for peace of mind
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability coverage to protect what matters
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep you working where you want
• Travel reimbursement and support with local logistics
• Referral bonus program to reward teammates who bring great clinicians on board
• A supportive, multidisciplinary team that values your expertise and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Salem, VA

Salem sits in the beautiful Roanoke Valley, so when you’re off shift you can explore scenic drives on the Blue Ridge Parkway, hike or mountain bike at Carvins Cove, catch a sunset at Mill Mountain and see the Roanoke Star, and enjoy local breweries, coffee shops, and the arts scene in nearby Roanoke. Weekend trips to Smith Mountain Lake or the Appalachian Trail are easy, and local museums and downtown dining offer mellow options after a busy shift.

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