Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-16-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Flexible 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, patient-centered care to medical-surgical patients
• Assess, plan, and implement nursing care plans based on individual patient needs
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
• Monitor patient vitals and report changes to the healthcare team
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and care plans
• Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Previous Med/Surg nursing experience preferred but not required
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of medical-surgical nursing principles and best practices
• Proficient in electronic health records (EHR) documentation
• Strong patient assessment and clinical reasoning skills
• Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Time management and organizational skills in a dynamic setting

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Opportunity to work with a supportive healthcare team
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Gain diverse experience in a Med/Surg environment

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