Registered Nurse - PCU (Medical & Cardiac Stepdown) | Shreveport, LA
Discover an exciting opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility in Shreveport, Louisiana. Enjoy a consistent 12-hour night shift schedule, competitive pay package, and comprehensive benefits. Join a supportive team committed to your professional growth, with a start date of 06/29/2026 and planning through 09/26/2026 — perfect for travel or local professionals seeking stable assignments.
Quick Facts
- Location: 2600 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA 71103
- Start Date: 06/29/2026
- End Date: 09/26/2026
- Shift: 12H Night Shift
- Hours/Week: 36-40 hours
- Employment Type: Contract
- License/Certs: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required; LVAD preferred (for 2W)
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of PCU RN experience, Cardiac Stepdown preferred
Pay & Benefits
- Pay Rate: $50.25/hour
- Benefits include:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time according to applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel and other reimbursement when applicable
What You'll Do
- Provide acute care to cardiac and medical stepdown patients, including post-surgical, respiratory failure, and complex medical cases
- Titrate cardiac, insulin, and vasopressor drips (e.g., Esmolol, Cardene, Amiodarone, Dopamine, Levophed)
- Manage central lines, chest tubes, traches, and drains
- Perform wound care and monitor patient status
- Conduct patient assessments and document care in EMR (Meditech Expanse)
- Support bedside procedures such as venous sheath management and temporary pacemaker handling
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including CNAs, RTs, and house staff
What You Need
- Required:
- Louisiana RN license or compact state license
- BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
- 2+ years of recent PCU or Medical/Surgical nursing experience
- Ability to pass EKG competency exam
- Preferred:
- LVAD certification (particularly for 2 West unit)
- Experience with cardiac drips, wound care, or advanced patient monitoring
About the Assignment
Join a diverse, traveler-friendly environment at a top hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana. The unit specializes in both cardiac and medical stepdown care, handling a variety of patient cases from post-surgical recovery to complex medical conditions. You’ll work in a supportive setting with a dedicated team, including unit secretaries, cardiac rehab techs, and resource nurses, ensuring you have the tools and assistance needed for success.
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