Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-12-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Flexible shifts as needed

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 exceptional nursing care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit
• Monitor and manage patients transitioning from ICU to general care
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions per physician orders
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Louisiana
• Current BLS certification
• ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of PCU or stepdown experience

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in electronic health records
• Ability to handle high-stress situations with compassion

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Competitive pay with weekly payments
• Opportunity to work in a top healthcare facility
• Supportive team environment

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