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Registered Nurse - Med/Surg
Location: New Orleans, LA
Start Date: 04-27-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts, days/evenings/nights (12-hour shift length); specific start/end times and assigned days vary by 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 high-quality, compassionate nursing care to Med/Surg patients
- Perform thorough patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care
- Monitor patient progress and respond promptly to changes in condition
- Educate patients and families on condition management and discharge plans
- Document care and maintain accurate, timely electronic medical records
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
- Experience working on Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) units preferred
- Comfortable working 12-hour shifts and participating in rotating schedules
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS or other certifications preferred
- Strong clinical judgment, time management, and communication skills
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN preferred)
- Active RN license required
Knowledge & Skills
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Post-operative and medical-surgical care fundamentals
- Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work effectively in a fast-paced setting
- Team collaboration and patient/family education
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Generous paid time off so you can actually recharge
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- 401(k) retirement plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
- A collaborative team environment where your voice matters
- Opportunities for continuing education and clinical advancement
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates onboard
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med/Surg? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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