Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Muscle Shoals, AL
Start Date: 03-01-2026
End Date: 04-12-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Night, 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (12-hour nights). Days of week not specified in posting
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $29 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 during 12-hour night shifts
- Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and document patient status accurately
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and follow care plans
- Perform assessments and report changes in patient condition in a timely manner
- Support safe transitions of care during shift handoffs and discharge planning
- Maintain accurate electronic health record documentation and complete required charting
- Adhere to facility policies, infection control practices, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Active LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) license in the state of practice or compact equivalency
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification or ability to obtain upon hire
- Current immunizations and TB test per facility policy and successful background check
- Comfortable and experienced with 12-hour night shift responsibilities
- Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset
- Previous experience in long-term care, med-surg, or similar settings is a plus
Education
- Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program and current LPN licensure
Knowledge & Skills
- Medication administration and accurate dose documentation
- Basic wound care and dressing changes
- Familiarity with electronic health records and computerized charting
- Ability to perform patient assessments and recognize changes in condition
- Infection control practices and safe patient handling
- Time management and prioritization during busy night shifts
Benefits
- Generous housing support and assistance to make your travel assignment smooth and comfortable
- Medical, dental & vision coverage options so you can focus on care, not paperwork
- Licensure assistance and help with credentialing so you can stay current and compliant
- Paid time off options to recharge between assignments
- Travel support and reimbursement for assignment-related travel
- Access to a supportive team and clinical leaders who value your skills
- Opportunity to build your resume with a respected healthcare system and regional facility
- Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
Travel Perks: Explore Muscle Shoals, AL
This travel assignment places you in the heart of Muscle Shoals — a legendary music town with a rich recording history. Spend your downtime exploring FAME Studios and Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, soak up live music at local venues, or visit the Alabama Music Hall of Fame nearby. History and culture fans can tour Ivy Green (Helen Keller’s birthplace) in Tuscumbia, while outdoor lovers will enjoy boating and fishing on the Tennessee River, walking riverfront parks, and discovering nearby wildlife refuges and scenic drives. Quaint downtown shops, local barbecue and Southern cuisine, and friendly community events make weekends here relaxing and fun — ideal for the traveler who wants both meaningful work and memorable off-duty experiences.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Licensed Practical Nurse? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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