Registered Nurse - PCU

Job Description

Registered Nurse - PCU (12-Hour Nights) - Shreveport, LA


Are you a dedicated RN looking for an exciting opportunity in a leading facility in Shreveport, LA? Join us for a rewarding assignment with a competitive hourly rate, flexible schedule, and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy consistent shifts, quick onboarding, and a supportive team committed to your success.


Quick Facts:

• Location: 8001 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71115
• Start Date: 03/09/2026
• End Date: 06/06/2026
• Shift: 12-Hour Nights (Night shift)
• Hours/week: 36-40 hours
• Employment Type: Contract/Travel assignment
• Licensure/Certs: BLS, ACLS, NIH
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of related RN experience in acute care

Pay & Benefits:

• Pay package discussed upon application
• Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
• Competitive pay packages
• Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
• Robust referral bonus program
• Licensure, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable
• Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws

What You'll Do:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the PCU / Step-Down unit
• Administer titratable medications such as Cardene, Cardizem, Insulin, Heparin, Neo, Levophed (manager approval required for some)
• Monitor and manage chest tubes, tracheostomies, CSF drains, and peritoneal dialysis (preferred experience)
• Support patient assessment and care planning, including EKG competency testing before arrival
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including charge nurses, RTs, hospitalists, therapists, and phlebotomists
• Document patient care accurately in Meditech Expanse EMR system
• Respond to unit needs including float support to stroke and med-surg units with appropriate patient ratios
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, including uniform and badge policies

What You Need:

• Current Louisiana RN license or eligibility
• Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience, including ICU or similar units
• BLS, ACLS, NIH certifications
• Ability to pass an EKG competency exam
• Strong skills in medication titration, patient monitoring, and emergency response
• Key skills: Chest tube management, tracheostomy care, IV management, and emergency procedures (preferred but not required)

About the Assignment:
Join a dynamic team at a leading healthcare facility in Shreveport, LA, providing specialized care in a 24-bed PCU. The unit handles a variety of acute patient conditions, including cardiac, stroke, and post-surgical cases, with a focus on patient safety and quality care. The hospital offers state-of-the-art equipment, supportive interdisciplinary teams, and a flexible schedule to support your work-life balance.


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