Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-06-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Flexible 12.5-hour shifts, day or night, including weekends and holidays as needed

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 high-quality nursing care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, reporting changes to the healthcare team
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent PCU or stepdown experience
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in telemetry monitoring and interpretation
• Skilled in patient assessment and clinical decision-making
• Knowledge of PCU protocols and evidence-based practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Competitive pay rates
• Access to a supportive clinical team
• Opportunities to pick up shifts in various units
• Professional development and training resources

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