Registered Nurse - PICU

Registered Nurse - PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) Shreveport, LA

Are you a skilled RN looking for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic, family-oriented environment? Join a leading facility in Shreveport, Louisiana, as a PICU nurse and enjoy flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. This is your chance to make a difference in patient care while working with a dedicated team committed to your success. Start date: 05/18/2026, with an ongoing contract through 08/15/2026.

Quick Facts

• Location: Shreveport, LA
• Start Date: 05/18/2026
• Shift: 19:00 07:00 (12-hour shift)
• Hours/Week: 36-40 hours
• Employment Type: Contract
• License/Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS (NRP preferred)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years PICU experience; cross-trained in Adult ICU and Med/Tele preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $53.60
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Medical benefits (W-2)
  • Referral bonus program
  • Paid sick leave according to law
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You'll Do

• Provide expert nursing care for pediatric patients in the PICU, including those with MS, DKA, sepsis, respiratory failure, and post-surgical neuro or ortho cases
• Titrate medications such as pressors, insulin, heparin, and sedation agents
• Collect peripheral blood draws and assist with central line management
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including intensivists, hospitalists, RTs, and resource nurses
• Document patient care accurately using Meditech Expanse EMR
• Support patient recovery and comfort through wound care, drains, and wound vac management
• Float to adult ICU or Med/Tele, based on skillset and approval

What You Need

• Valid RN license in Louisiana or ability to obtain
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications
• At least 2 years PICU experience
• PIV, CVL, telemetry, wound care, drains, and wound vac skills
• Comfort with titrating pressors, insulin, heparin, and sedation agents

• Cross-trained in adult ICU or Med/Tele
• NRP certification
• Experience with Meditech EMR

About the Assignment Join a compassionate, traveler-friendly unit at a leading facility in Shreveport, Louisiana. The PICU handles a variety of pediatric cases, fostering a supportive environment with a focus on family-centered care. The team is dedicated to your professional growth, offering orientation and ongoing support throughout your contract. Weekend rotations, holiday coverage, and a flexible schedule provide a balanced work experience. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.