Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-16-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per diem 12-hour shifts, flexible scheduling based on availability

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $51 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, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Monitor vital signs and recognize changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana or compact state
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)
• Previous med/surg nursing experience preferred, but new grads welcome to apply
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of medical-surgical nursing principles and practices
• Proficient in electronic health records (EHR) documentation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Opportunity to pick up shifts when it works for you
• Supportive team environment
• Access to continuing education opportunities
• Referral bonus program
• A rewarding way to make a difference in patient care

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