Location: Athens, Georgia

Start Date: 09-04-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per Diem - 12.5-hour shifts, as needed (specific schedule varies)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $48 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 medical-surgical patients
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans
• Administer medications and treatments with precision and safety
• Monitor and document patient vital signs and conditions
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes
• Educate patients and families on health management and discharge planning
• Respond quickly to changes in patient status and escalate as needed

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia or compact state
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)
• Previous med/surg or acute care nursing experience is a plus
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, compassionate environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of medical-surgical nursing principles
• Proficiency in administering medications and IV therapies
• Comfortable using electronic health records (EHR)
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Adaptable and quick to respond to changing patient needs
• Patient education and advocacy skills

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Gain diverse clinical experience across various patient needs
• Ability to pick up shifts that work for you
• Be part of a respected healthcare team that values your expertise

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