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Registered Nurse - SDU
Location: Metairie, LA
Start Date: 05-08-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 12.5-hour shift (exact start/end times and scheduled days not provided) RN - SDU
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
- Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to patients in the Step-Down Unit (SDU)
- Perform ongoing patient assessments and intervene promptly when conditions change
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Administer medications, manage infusions, and monitor cardiac telemetry as needed
- Document patient care accurately and timely in the electronic health record
- Educate patients and families on condition management and discharge planning
- Support unit efficiency and positive patient experience through teamwork and communication
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) — professional, friendly, and ready to care
- Experience in a Step-Down Unit (SDU) or similar progressive care setting preferred
- Current basic life support (BLS) certification preferred (facility may require specific certs)
- Ability to work 12.5-hour shift patterns and collaborate with a dynamic team
- Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
Education
- Nursing degree (ADN, Diploma, or BSN) — as required by employer/state
Knowledge & Skills
- Comfortable with telemetry monitoring and progressive care patient populations
- Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and documentation
- Able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong teamwork, communication, and patient advocacy abilities
- Familiarity with electronic health records and clinical workflows
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Paid time off so you can recharge and show up at your best
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your career
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
- A caring, collaborative team that values work-life balance
- Employee support programs and resources through LCMC Health
- Referral program to reward you for helping us grow the team
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - SDU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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