Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-19-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Flexible 12-hour shifts, as needed (day or night)

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, high-quality nursing care to medical-surgical patients
• Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and responses to treatments
• Administer medications and IV therapies safely and accurately
• Collaborate with physicians and the care team to develop and adjust care plans
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records

Qualifications

• Current and unencumbered RN license in Louisiana or a compact state
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required
• Previous med/surg or acute care nursing experience preferred
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new patient assignments
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication administration and IV therapy
• Patient assessment and care planning
• Electronic health records (EHR) charting
• Wound care and patient monitoring
• Compassionate bedside manner
• Time management and prioritization

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your life
• Opportunity to work in a variety of units
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Referral bonus program
• Convenient location in the heart of New Orleans

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