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Registered Nurse - SDU
Location: Metairie, LA
Start Date: 05-02-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 12.5-hour shift (exact start/end times and scheduled days not specified) - 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 compassionate, patient-centered nursing care in the Step-Down Unit (SDU)
- Monitor patients closely and respond quickly to changes in condition
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans
- Document care thoroughly and clearly in the electronic medical record
- Participate in unit-based quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Educate patients and families to promote recovery and safe transitions of care
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) credential — your core requirement
- Experience or comfort working in a Step-Down/SDU environment preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and patient monitoring skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork — you’ll partner with a multidisciplinary team
- Clinical certifications (e.g., BLS/ACLS) are often encouraged — check with the recruiter
Knowledge & Skills
- Patient assessment and monitoring in a higher-acuity environment
- Safe medication administration and documentation
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and clear clinical charting
- Critical thinking, prioritization and effective clinical judgment
- Team collaboration and clear communication with patients and staff
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow
- Paid Time Off so you can recharge and come back ready to deliver great care
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
- A supportive team environment where your skills are valued and celebrated
- Professional development opportunities and access to continuing education
- Employee wellness programs and resources to support work-life balance
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and grow your network
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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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