Location: Joplin, Missouri

Start Date: 08-13-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: As needed per diem; 12.5-hour shifts, flexible schedule

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, patient-centered care to Med/Surg patients
• Assess patient conditions and monitor vital signs, reporting changes to the care team
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered, ensuring safety and accuracy
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to develop and update care plans
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record
• Uphold infection control and patient safety standards at all times

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Missouri (or compact state eligibility)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Previous Med/Surg nursing experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing patient needs
• A compassionate, team-oriented approach to patient care

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient assessment and monitoring
• Medication administration and IV therapy
• Wound care and post-operative care
• Care planning and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Electronic health records (EHR) documentation
• Effective communication and patient education

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Opportunity to work in a supportive Med/Surg team
• Gain diverse experience with every shift
• Convenient location in Joplin, MO
• Professional growth opportunities
• A caring, collaborative work environment

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