Registered Nurse - PCU

Registered Nurse - PCU

Looking for a rewarding opportunity at a leading facility in Shreveport, LA? Enjoy a flexible 12-hour night shift schedule, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits, all with possibility for immediate start. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care and take your nursing career to the next level!

Quick Facts

• Location: 8001 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71115
• Start Date: 03/09/2026
• End Date: 06/06/2026
• Shift: 12-hour nights (Flexible schedule with every other weekend rotation)
• Hours/week: 36-40 hours, including mandatory weekend work
• Employment Type: Contract position
• Licenses/Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience required; first-time travelers must meet experience criteria

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $50.25 per hour
• Benefits include:
  • Competitive pay package
  • Weekly pay schedule 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 where applicable

What You'll Do

• Provide patient care in a 24-bed Medical-Surgical and Post-Care unit, including stroke, cardiology, and general medical patients
• Monitor and manage patients with diverse conditions such as AFIB/RVR, DKA, HTN, COPD, ARF, and post-heart caths
• Administer titratable IV medications such as Cardene, Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, Neo, and Levophed (with manager approval)
• Perform chest tube management, tracheostomy care, and lumbar drains (preferred skills)
• Support patient assessments, vital signs, medication administration, and documentation in EMR (Meditech Expanse)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including hospitalists, RT, OT, PT, ST, and support staff
• Ensure compliance by passing EKG competency exams prior to start

What You Need

• Valid RN license in Louisiana or appropriate state
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care RN experience
• BLS, ACLS, NIH certifications required
• Ability to manage titratable medications and supportive devices (preferred)
• Strong clinical assessment and teamwork skills
• Must be willing to work scheduled nights, weekends, and holidays as required

About the Assignment

Join a top-tier hospital in Shreveport providing varied and complex patient care in a supportive environment. The unit is equipped with advanced EMR systems (Meditech Expanse), IV pumps (Alaris), and Pyxis medication dispensing. Orientation includes hospital-wide and unit-specific training, with a focus on patient safety and quality care. The unit supports collaborative, high-volume patient management in a fast-paced setting. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied