Location: Albuquerque, NM

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 03-30-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $43 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, high-quality bedside nursing care for assigned patients
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately following facility policy
• Perform thorough patient assessments and document findings in the chart
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and update patient care plans
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge planning
• Monitor patient progress and promptly report changes in condition to the care team
• Participate in shift handoffs to ensure continuity and safe transitions of care

Qualifications

• Active LPN or RN license appropriate for practice in New Mexico (compact license accepted if applicable)
• Minimum clinical experience in acute care settings preferred
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Up-to-date immunizations and ability to pass facility onboarding checks
• Strong clinical judgment, reliable attendance, and readiness to work 12+ hour day shifts

Education

• LPN: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program or equivalent
• RN: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid assessment and critical thinking skills for direct patient care
• Medication administration and IV/line management for licensed scope
• Skilled charting and documentation with attention to detail
• Ability to work well in interdisciplinary teams and communicate clearly
• Familiarity with acute care workflows and safety protocols

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move easy and stress free
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage so you can stay healthy on the road
• 401K retirement savings plan to keep your future bright
• Life insurance and additional protections for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you get credentialed quickly
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people onto the team
• A supportive, collaborative team that truly values YOU and the care you provide

Travel Perks: Explore Albuquerque, NM

Explore Albuquerque between shifts: ride the Sandia Peak Tramway for sweeping views at sunset, hike the trails in the Sandia Mountains, and stroll historic Old Town for local art and chile-infused cuisine. Visit the Petroglyph National Monument for ancient rock art, enjoy the ABQ BioPark with its zoo and botanical garden, and take a scenic drive along historic Route 66. If your timing is right, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is an unforgettable weekend excursion.

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