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Registered Nurse - SDU
Location: Metairie, LA
Start Date: 04-08-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 12.5-hour shifts (specific start/end times and scheduled days not provided) - RN - SDU
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, patient-centered care in the Step-Down Unit, monitoring changes in condition closely
- Perform ongoing assessment and timely interventions for patients with evolving acuity
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately following established protocols
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and execute individualized care plans
- Document patient status, interventions, and outcomes clearly and promptly in the chart
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and discharge plans to ensure smooth transitions
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse license valid in Louisiana
- Experience or strong familiarity with Step-Down Unit (SDU) patient care and telemetry monitoring
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
- Strong critical thinking, assessment, and communication skills
Knowledge & Skills
- Telemetry and cardiac monitoring knowledge applicable to SDU patients
- Skilled in patient assessment and early recognition of clinical deterioration
- Proficient in medication administration and intravenous therapy
- Clear, timely clinical documentation and handoff communication
- Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan so you can plan for tomorrow
- Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
- A supportive team culture that values your expertise and well-being
- Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - SDU? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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