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Registered Nurse - SDU
Location: Metairie, LA
Start Date: 04-29-2026
Contract Type: Per-Diem
Shift Type: 12.5-hour RN - SDU shift; specific start/end times and days not specified in the posting
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, high-quality nursing care to patients in the Step-Down Unit (SDU)
- Monitor and assess patient status continuously and intervene as needed
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and document thoroughly
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to develop and execute care plans
- Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments and discharge plans
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and participate in emergency response
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) — required
- Experience working in a Step-Down Unit (SDU) — required
- Current RN licensure as required by the facility/state
- Certifications such as BLS/ACLS as required or preferred by the employer
Education
- Nursing diploma, ASN or BSN as required by the facility
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in patient assessment and telemetry monitoring pertinent to SDU care
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking under changing conditions
- Effective communication and teamwork with interdisciplinary staff
- Accurate medication administration and documentation practices
- Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced acute care environment
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you build for the future
- Paid Time Off to recharge and return at your best
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional credentials
- Continuing education support so you can keep growing clinically
- A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions
- Life Insurance and other core protections for peace of mind
- Referral bonus program to reward you for helping us grow the team
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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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