Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

Start Date: 09-01-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per Diem, 12-hour shifts, schedule varies based on availability

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
• Assess, plan, and implement individualized nursing care plans
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care
• Monitor vital signs and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
• Educate patients and families on care plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Advocate for patient needs and ensure quality care standards

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Louisiana or a compact state
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Prior med/surg or acute care experience preferred
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work flexible per diem shifts as needed

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication administration and IV therapy
• Patient assessment and care planning
• Documentation and EHR proficiency
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly in emergencies

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Experience in a fast-paced med/surg environment
• Supportive team and leadership
• Opportunity to pick up shifts that work for you
• Professional growth within LCMC Health
• Make a real difference in patient lives

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