Location: Bangor, ME

Start Date: 04-06-2026

End Date: 07-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Evenings, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (days to be confirmed by schedule)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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

• Administer medications safely across routes (oral, topical, inhalation, eye/ear, rectal) following facility policy
• Maintain and secure the medication cart and storage areas, ensuring a clean, organized workspace
• Perform medication counts at the beginning and end of shift and coordinate with nursing staff on discrepancies
• Document all administered medications accurately on the MAR per facility procedures
• Take and record vital signs correctly, including apical pulse when required, and report significant changes promptly
• Coordinate with nursing staff to identify and communicate reorder needs for resident medications
• Serve in Charge Nurse capacity when scheduled, leading unit staff and ensuring resident care continuity
• Interact compassionately and effectively with residents, families, and clinical teams during routine care and stressful moments

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential in good standing
• Demonstrated experience with medication administration and MAR documentation
• Experience in long term care or skilled nursing/rehab settings preferred
• Comfortable performing medication counts and medication cart management
• Ability to take accurate vital signs and recognize/report significant changes
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently under frequent interruptions
• Professionalism, flexibility, and a passion for caring for long term care and rehab residents

Education

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) diploma or certificate

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication administration best practices and MAR documentation
• Medication cart organization and secure storage procedures
• Non-narcotic medication counting protocols and shift handoff processes
• Resident assessment basics: vital signs, recognizing clinical changes
• Charge nurse duties: oversight, coordination, and clear communication
• Comfort working with emotionally upset residents and families with empathy

Benefits

• Supportive team environment that values your contributions and growth
• Opportunity to perform charge nurse duties and expand leadership experience
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement and logistical support for contract clinicians
• Flexible contract scheduling to help balance life and work
• Referral program and recognition for outstanding care
• Access to training and professional development in long term/skilled care
• A role where your compassion and clinical skills make a real difference every day

Travel Perks: Explore Bangor, ME

Bangor is a charming New England hub with easy access to outdoor adventures and local culture. Enjoy walks along the Penobscot River and the Bangor Waterfront, explore local eateries and breweries, visit the Cole Land Transportation Museum or the Maine Discovery Museum, and take scenic day trips to Acadia National Park for hiking, coastal views, and fall foliage. Stephen King fans can spot local landmarks tied to the author, and outdoor lovers will appreciate fishing, boating, and nearby trails — plenty to do on your time off between shifts.

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