Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-25-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per Diem - 12.5-hour shifts; start/end times and days vary based on 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 exceptional, patient-centered care to medical-surgical patients
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments with precision
• Monitor patient conditions and respond quickly to changes
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge care
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Louisiana (or compact state license) required
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required
• Med/Surg or related nursing experience preferred
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Compassionate, adaptable, and eager to learn

Knowledge & Skills

• Clinical expertise in medical-surgical nursing
• Strong patient assessment and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency with EHR systems and documentation
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to prioritize care in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Flexible per diem schedule to fit your lifestyle
• Variety of shift options in a supportive Med/Surg unit
• Opportunity to broaden your nursing skills across different patient cases
• Work with a collaborative healthcare team at LCMC Health
• Access to UHC's nationwide network of healthcare professionals

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