Registered Nurse - PCU

Job Description

Registered Nurse - PCU | 12H Night Shift | Shreveport, LA


Are you seeking a rewarding nursing opportunity in a premier healthcare facility? Join a leading hospital in Shreveport, LA, offering a consistent night schedule, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. This role is ideal for experienced PCU nurses ready to provide exceptional patient care in a dynamic environment - start date 07/27/2026, with a scheduled end date of 10/24/2026.


Quick Facts

• Location: 2600 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA 71103
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• End Date: 10/24/2026
• Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift
• Hours/Week: 36-40 hours/week
• Employment Type: Contract
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Experience: Minimum 2 years PCU RN experience, cardiac or medical stepdown knowledge preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $50.25/hour
• Benefits:
  • 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 high-quality nursing care to cardiac and medical stepdown patients
• Titrate cardiac, insulin, and vasopressor drips, including medications like Esmolol, Cardene, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and more
• Manage patient treatments such as chest tubes, traches, central lines, and drains/tubes
• Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and respond to clinical changes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including CNAs, therapists, and physicians
• Use Meditech Expanse EMR system for documentation
• Support patient safety and comfort during overnight shifts

What You Need

• Valid Louisiana RN license and compliance with state requirements
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or MedSurg RN experience with cardiac and medical stepdown patient exposure
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications; LVAD preferred (for 2W unit)
• Ability to pass an EKG competency exam prior to start
• Skilled in titrating cardiac and critical care medications, managing central lines, and handling complex patient cases
• Strong assessment and emergency response skills

About the Assignment
Join a diverse, traveler-friendly unit at a prominent healthcare provider offering medical and cardiac stepdown services. The unit features 24-25 beds with a patient ratio of 1:3-4, supported by a dedicated team and RT, phlebotomy, and support staff. The unit emphasizes quality care in a culture welcoming multiple travelers, with a focus on patient safety and team collaboration. Orientation includes hospital onboarding and 2 unit shifts, with rotation every other weekend. No call responsibilities, with work scheduled for 4 days one week and 3 days the next.


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