Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Start Date: 08-26-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem, 12.5-hour shifts; schedule varies based on availability and facility needs

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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 nursing care to medical-surgical patients
• Assess patient conditions and monitor vital signs
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team to develop care plans
• Educate patients and families on health management and discharge instructions
• Document patient care accurately and timely

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Mexico or compact state
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Previous med/surg nursing experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills
• Ability to work flexible per diem shifts

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of medical-surgical nursing standards
• Skilled in IV therapy, wound care, and patient assessment
• Proficient in electronic health records (EHR)
• Strong clinical reasoning and prioritization skills
• Excellent interpersonal and patient education skills

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your life
• Make a real difference in patient rehabilitation
• Supportive interdisciplinary team
• Opportunities to expand your clinical skills in med/surg
• Referral bonus program
• Free parking on site

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