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Registered Nurse - Med/Surg
Location: New Orleans, LA
Start Date: 05-01-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 12-hour shifts (exact start/end times and specific days not provided by posting), Med/Surg
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $54 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 Med/Surg nursing care to adults and older adults
- Assess and monitor patient status, recognize changes, and escalate concerns promptly
- Administer medications and treatments safely and in accordance with orders
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses clearly in the medical record
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care
- Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatments, discharge planning, and follow-up
- Support unit quality improvement initiatives and help maintain a safe care environment
Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) credential (state licensure as applicable)
- Clinical experience in Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) nursing
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; ACLS preferred where applicable
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient prioritization skills
- Ability to work 12-hour shift blocks and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge & Skills
- Solid Med/Surg clinical knowledge and patient assessment skills
- Medication administration and IV/infusion familiarity
- Proficient documentation skills and comfort with electronic health records
- Patient safety, infection control, and basic wound care practices
- Effective communication, teamwork, and time management
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and comfortable accommodations while you’re on assignment
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- 401K retirement savings plan so you can save for tomorrow
- Life Insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
- Paid Time Off to recharge and explore when you need it
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help keep you compliant
- Travel reimbursement and support for a smooth transition
- A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical expertise
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med/Surg? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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