Registered Nurse - PICU

Registered Nurse - PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) | Shreveport, LAJoin a leading facility in Shreveport, Louisiana, offering a competitive pay package, flexible scheduling, and a collaborative, family-oriented environment. Enjoy working 12-hour shifts with a supportive team dedicated to patient care excellence—perfect for experienced RNs ready to make a difference.Location: 2510 West Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118Start Date: 05/18/2026End Date: 08/15/2026Shift: 19:00 - 07:00 (12-hour night shifts)Hours/week: 36Employment Type: Travel AssignmentLicenses/Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (NRP preferred)Experience: 2+ years PICU experience; cross-trained and able to float to Adult ICU and Med/Tele preferredPay & BenefitsHourly Pay Rate: $53.60/hrBenefits include:Competitive pay packagesWeekly pay schedule via direct depositComprehensive medical benefits (W-2)Robust referral bonus programPaid sick time in accordance with applicable lawsLicensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicableWhat You'll DoProvide specialized nursing care for pediatric ICU patients, including those with MS, DKA, Sepsis, Respiratory Failure, and post-op neuro or ortho surgeriesTitrate medications such as pressors, insulin, Heparin, and sedation agentsPerform procedures including PIV insertions, CVL placement, telemetry monitoring, wound care, and drain managementCollect blood samples, including peripheral draws, and manage complex patient needsCollaborate with an interdisciplinary team including hospitalists, intensivists, RTs, and charge nursesDocument patient care efficiently in Meditech Expanse EMR systemWhat You NeedValid RN license in Louisiana or willingness to obtain oneBLS, ACLS, PALS certifications (NRP preferred)Minimum 2 years PICU experience; cross-training in Adult ICU and Med/Tele preferredProficiency in titrating medications and managing critical care equipmentAbility to pass an EKG competency exam prior to arrivalStrong clinical skills in PIV, CVL, telemetry, and wound careComfort working 12-hour night shifts with weekend rotations and holiday workAbout the Assignment This assignment is with a premier hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana, renowned for its family-friendly and traveler-oriented culture. The unit features a 6-bed PICU, with occasional coverage for NICU and adult ICU or stepdown units, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for experienced nurses seeking to broaden their critical care expertise.VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied