Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-13-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 12-hour shifts, as needed; per diem scheduling with flexible start times and days based on department needs

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 nursing care to patients in the emergency department
• Perform rapid assessments, triage, and prioritize care based on acuity
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments as ordered
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to deliver coordinated care
• Monitor patient conditions and respond quickly to changes
• Document patient information accurately and thoroughly
• Educate patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana or a compact state
• Current BLS certification (AHA or equivalent)
• ACLS and PALS certifications are highly preferred or required within orientation
• Previous emergency department or critical care experience is a plus
• Strong critical thinking and ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations
• Commitment to providing excellent, compassionate patient care

Knowledge & Skills

• Emergency nursing best practices and triage protocols
• Patient assessment and vital sign monitoring
• IV insertion and medication administration
• EKG interpretation and cardiac monitoring
• Effective communication and teamwork in fast-paced environments
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling that lets you control your work-life balance
• Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced emergency department
• Work alongside a supportive and collaborative healthcare team
• Opportunity to expand your clinical skills across diverse patient cases
• Be part of LCMC Health, a respected network dedicated to patient care

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