Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Start Date: 09-06-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Flexible 12-hour shifts, as needed

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $51 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 compassionate, high-quality nursing care to critically ill ICU patients
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, responding quickly to changes
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and adjust care plans
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Louisiana or a compact state
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Previous ICU or critical care experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to stay calm and effective in fast-paced situations

Knowledge & Skills

• Critical care nursing principles
• Ventilator management and hemodynamic monitoring
• Medication administration and titration
• Patient and family education
• Care plan development and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Electronic health record documentation

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your life
• Work in a variety of healthcare settings
• Access to UHC's dedicated support team
• Professional development opportunities
• Referral bonus program
• A collaborative team that values your expertise

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