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Description
Registered Nurse - PCU (12H Nights) - Shreveport, LA
Are you looking for a rewarding travel nursing opportunity in a dynamic healthcare environment? Join a leading facility in Shreveport, Louisiana, offering competitive pay, flexible night shifts, and comprehensive support. Enjoy a consistent schedule, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a difference in patient care.
Quick Facts
- Location: 8001 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71105
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- End Date: 11/21/2026
- Shift: 12-Hour Nights (Work every Mon/Tues for one group; every Wed/Thurs for another)
- Hours per week: 36-40 hours (based on schedule)
- Employment Type: Travel Contract
- Licenses/Certifications: Current BLS, ACLS, NIH Certifications required
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience; previous stepdown/PCU experience preferred
Pay & Benefits
- Pay Rate: $52.26/hour
- Benefits include:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Medical benefits (W-2 status)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, travel, and certification reimbursements (when applicable)
What You’ll Do
- Provide direct patient care in a PCU setting, managing stepdown patient requirements
- Administer medications, including titratable infusions like Cardene, Cardizem, Insulin, Heparin, Neo, and Levophed (manager approval required for experience waiver)
- Manage complex patient conditions such as CVA, TIA, post-surgical spinal cases, and cardiac or respiratory issues
- Monitor cardiac telemetry and document patient progress in EMR (Meditech Expanse)
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including RT, OT, PT, hospitalist, and supportive staff
- Support patient safety through charting, vitals, and timely response to alarms and changes in patient condition
What You Need
Required:
- Valid Registered Nurse license in Louisiana or be eligible for licensing reciprocity
- 2+ years of RN experience in acute care settings
- BLS, ACLS, NIH certifications
- Ability to pass EKG competency exam prior to orientation
Preferred:
- Experience with chest tube management, trach care, dialysis, and lumbar drains
- Experience working in stepdown or telemetry units
- Flexibility to work night shifts and entire 13-week contract duration
About the Assignment
Join a facility known for its traveler-friendly culture and supportive team environment. The unit handles a mix of cardiac, neurologic, and post-surgical patients, with a focus on quality patient care and safety. The schedule includes every other weekend rotation, with a 5/2 shift pattern, offering a balanced work-life rhythm. Orientation includes hospital-wide and unit-specific training to set you up for success.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied
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| Employer: |
VieMed Healthcare Staffing
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| Post Date: |
Jul 31, 2026 |
| Profession: |
Nursing |
| Job Type: |
RN |
| Specialty: |
None |
| Salary: |
$73.32 per hour |
| Location: |
Louisiana - Shreveport |
| Job Reference: |
69297 |
| Contact Details: |
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