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Registered Nurse - SDU
Location: Metairie, LA
Start Date: 04-06-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 12.5-hour shifts (specific start/end times and 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, compassionate nursing care to step-down unit (SDU) patients
- Perform thorough patient assessments and monitor telemetry and vital signs
- Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create and follow individualized care plans
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and discharge plans
- Document patient care, changes, and interventions clearly and timely
- Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure or eligibility (Louisiana licensure expected)
- Clinical experience or interest in step-down/telemetry or progressive care settings
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) encouraged or preferred
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient prioritization skills
- Reliable, professional, and compassionate approach to patient care
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
- Patient assessment and clinical judgment in acute or progressive care
- IV medication administration and infusion pump familiarity
- Clear, timely documentation and electronic health record usage
- Effective communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary staff
Benefits
- A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can stay healthy
- Paid Time Off to recharge and be at your best
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help keep credentials current
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Life Insurance and workplace resources to support you and your family
- Employee referral program that rewards helping great teammates join
- A collaborative culture with experienced clinicians and strong leadership
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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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