Location: Athens, Georgia

Start Date: 09-01-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per Diem, 12.5-hour shifts (days/times vary based on availability)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $48 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, monitor, and document patient conditions and vital signs
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop and adjust care plans
• Educate patients and their families on diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare
• Respond promptly to changes in patient status and escalate as needed
• Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR) documentation

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia or compact state
• Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred)
• Previous Med/Surg nursing experience preferred but new grads encouraged to apply
• Strong critical thinking and clinical assessment skills
• Compassionate, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of medical-surgical nursing principles
• Proficiency in medication administration and IV therapy
• Comfortable using EHR systems and charting software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Flexible per diem scheduling to fit your life
• Opportunity to pick up shifts when it works for you
• A supportive, collaborative healthcare team
• Gain experience in a Med/Surg setting
• Referral bonus program for friends and colleagues
• Weekly pay so you can enjoy your time off

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