Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-19-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem 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 nursing care to patients of all ages
• Perform rapid assessments and triage to prioritize patient needs
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to develop and implement care plans
• Monitor patients closely and respond quickly to changes in condition
• Document patient care accurately and maintain clear communication with patients and families

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
• Current BLS certification (AHA or equivalent)
• Emergency department nursing experience strongly preferred
• ACLS and PALS certifications are a plus
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Expertise in emergency triage and prioritization
• Proficiency with IV insertion, medication administration, and emergency procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling that fits your life
• Opportunity to pick up shifts in a dynamic emergency department
• Gain diverse experience across a variety of patient cases
• Work alongside a supportive and collaborative healthcare team
• Access to UHC's dedicated recruiter support

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