Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-17-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Flexible per diem shifts, 12.5 hours per shift, various days and times

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, high-quality emergency nursing care to patients of all ages
• Triage patients quickly and efficiently to prioritize care based on acuity
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal patient outcomes
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and responses accurately
• Educate patients and families on care plans, medications, and follow-up care
• Respond to emergent situations with critical thinking and composure

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana or compact state
• Current BLS certification (ACLS and PALS preferred)
• Prior emergency department or critical care experience is a plus
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• A genuine passion for making a difference in patients' lives

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of emergency nursing principles and best practices
• Skilled in patient triage and prioritization
• Comfortable with electronic health records and documentation
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability to handle a variety of medical emergencies

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to fit your life
• Diverse experience in a fast-paced Emergency Department
• Supportive team of healthcare professionals
• Opportunity to pick up shifts that work for you
• Professional growth and skill enhancement
• A rewarding environment where every shift counts

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