Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-20-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 12-hour shifts, per diem; specific days and times vary based on availability and facility needs

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, patient-centered care to Med/Surg patients
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Monitor patient conditions and respond quickly to changes
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the EHR
• Advocate for patient safety and high-quality outcomes

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana or a compact state (NLC)
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)
• Previous Med/Surg nursing experience is strongly preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of medical-surgical nursing principles and best practices
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Compassionate and empathetic patient communication
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling that fits your lifestyle
• Opportunity to gain diverse Med/Surg clinical experience
• A supportive and collaborative healthcare team
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Referral bonus program
• The chance to make a real difference in patient lives

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