Location: Metairie, LA

Start Date: 08-25-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: 12.5-hour shifts, day/night rotation as needed

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 medical-surgical patients with diverse conditions
• Assess, plan, and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Monitor patient vital signs and promptly recognize changes in condition
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate, detailed patient records and documentation

Qualifications

• Current and active RN license in Louisiana or a compact license accepted
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Previous Med/Surg nursing experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of medical-surgical nursing standards
• Proficient with electronic health records (EHR) and charting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong prioritization and multitasking abilities
• Compassion and empathy for patients and their families

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to fit your life
• A supportive team that values YOU
• Opportunity to expand your Med/Surg expertise
• Referral bonus program
• Professional development and continuing education
• Convenient location in Metairie with easy access to New Orleans

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