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Registered Nurse - Nursery/NICU
Location: Opelousas, Louisiana
Start Date: 07-01-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week, nights
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $50 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 care to newborns and their families in the NICU and nursery
- Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and perform assessments
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create care plans
- Educate parents on newborn care, feeding, and safety
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Louisiana (must be currently active)
- Minimum of 2 years of recent NICU or nursery experience
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rewarding environment
Knowledge & Skills
- Expertise in neonatal resuscitation and assessment
- Comfortable with ventilators, monitors, and IV therapy
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Patient and empathetic approach to teaching families
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help you settle in
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage from day one
- 401K retirement savings plan with company match
- Travel reimbursement to get you to your assignment
- Licensure assistance and continuing education support
- Referral bonus program – earn extra cash for friends
Travel Perks: Explore Opelousas, Louisiana
While on assignment in Opelousas, explore the historic downtown, visit the Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center, or enjoy outdoor activities at nearby parks and the Atchafalaya Basin. Weekend trips to Lafayette or Baton Rouge are easy drives!
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Nursery/NICU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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