ICU Registered Nurse

Job Description

ICU Registered Nurse - Jefferson, LA | Day Shift 3x12-Hour


Ready to make a meaningful impact at a leading healthcare facility in Jefferson, LA? Join our dedicated team as an ICU Registered Nurse and enjoy a competitive hourly rate of $53.60, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits. This opportunity is perfect for experienced nurses seeking a collaborative environment with consistent hours, starting October 26, 2026, through January 18, 2027.
Quick Facts

• Location: Jefferson, LA
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• End Date: 01/18/2027
• Shift: Day, 3x12-Hour (06:45 - 19:15)
• Hours/Week: 36
• Employment Type: Contract/Travel
• Licensure/Certs: ACLS & BLS required
• Experience: 1+ year ICU experience, Epic experience preferred
• Patient Ratio: 1:5/6

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $53.60
• Pay package discussed upon application
• Benefits include:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You'll Do

• Provide expert nursing care for ICU patients in a high-acuity setting
• Monitor patient vital signs and respond promptly to changes
• Administer medications, treatments, and special procedures such as TPN, wound care, drains, Foley, and narcotic administration
• Maintain detailed patient records using Epic electronic health records system
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Support patient and family education regarding care plans and procedures
• Adapt to unit-specific protocols and emergency team assignments when needed

What You Need

• Valid ICU-specific RN license for Louisiana
• ACLS & BLS certifications required
• Minimum of 1 year of ICU experience; LTAC experience preferred but not required
• Experience with Epic electronic health records
• Ability to work 12-hour daytime shifts and adapt to unit needs

About the Assignment
Join a comprehensive LTAC setting at a leading facility in Jefferson, LA, where nursing excellence is prioritized. The unit emphasizes patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on complex medical cases. Your expertise in critical care will support positive patient outcomes and professional growth.


VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied