Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-14-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem, flexible scheduling; 12.5-hour shifts as needed

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $47 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 emergency care to patients of all ages
• Assess, triage, and prioritize patients in a fast-paced emergency department
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions with precision and care
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record
• Educate patients and families on care plans, procedures, and discharge instructions

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted RN license in Louisiana or a compact state
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS preferred
• Previous emergency department or acute care nursing experience preferred
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations
• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and communication skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Expert triage and patient prioritization
• Emergency nursing protocols and procedures
• Medication administration and IV therapy
• Electronic health record (EHR) proficiency
• Effective teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your life
• Opportunity to pick up shifts that work for you
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Referral bonus program
• Recognition for your hard work and dedication

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