Location: Metairie, Louisiana

Start Date: 08-07-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Per Diem, 12.5-hour shifts (specific times vary)

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 progressive care unit patients
• Monitor telemetry and cardiac rhythms, intervening promptly when needed
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Collaborate with physicians and the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Experience in PCU, stepdown, or acute care settings preferred
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Skilled in patient assessment and clinical documentation
• Knowledge of medication administration and IV therapy
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
• Opportunity to work across a variety of patient care settings
• Supportive team environment that values your expertise
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ability to balance work with personal commitments

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