Registered Nurse - ER

Registered Nurse - ER (Shreveport, LA) | 12-Hour Day Shifts

Join a leading facility in Shreveport, LA, as an ER Registered Nurse and enjoy a competitive pay package, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive medical benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced ER nurses seeking a dynamic environment with consistent support, poised to start on September 8, 2026.

Quick Facts

• Location: Shreveport, LA
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• End Date/Duration: 12/05/2026
• Shift: 12-hour days (7:00 AM start)
• Hours/Week: 36 hours
• Employment Type: Travel/Temporary RN
• Required Licenses/Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH, PALS, CPI or MOAB
• Experience: 2+ years recent ED experience; first-time travelers must have 2 years of perm staff RN experience in acute care

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $50.25
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages with weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time, licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
  • 24/7 dedicated team supporting your success

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality emergency care to diverse patient populations, from newborns to geriatrics
• Manage an average of 85-95 patients per day, including MS, stroke, cardiac, trauma, and mental health cases
• Perform IV starts, continuous patient monitoring, and accurately identify patient severity to anticipate care needs
• Assist with assessments, treatments, and documentation using Meditech Expanse EMR system
• Collaborate with charge nurses, hospitalists, RTs, and phlebotomists to deliver seamless patient care
• Uphold safety and compliance standards, including passing an EKG competency exam prior to start
• Follow unit policies on orientation, holiday work, and schedule rotations, including every other weekend and 4/3 weekly shifts

What You Need

• Valid RN license in Louisiana or the ability to obtain one quickly
• Minimum of 2 years recent ER experience in an acute care setting
• Key skills in multitasking, patient assessment, and emergency procedures
• Ability to pass EKG competency exam and perform IV starts
• Preferred: Experience working in a fast-paced ED environment, strong communication skills, teamwork-oriented mindset

About the Assignment

This ER unit handles a high volume of diverse cases, including minor traumas, respiratory distress, strokes, cardiac issues, and mental health emergencies. The unit is dedicated to traveler-friendly culture, offering free parking and a supportive team environment. You will be part of a fast-paced, professional setting committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a 21-bed ED.

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