Registered Nurse - PCU (12-Hour Days) in Shreveport, LA | Excellent Pay & Facility
Join a leading healthcare facility in Shreveport, Louisiana, as a Registered Nurse on a 12-hour day shift! Enjoy competitive pay, weekly pay via direct deposit, and a supportive team dedicated to your success. This assignment offers a great schedule with start date on 07/27/2026 and end date on 10/24/2026, providing a rewarding travel nursing experience.
Quick Facts:
- Location: 2600 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA 71103
- Start Date: 07/27/2026
- End Date: 10/24/2026
- Shift: 12-Hour Days
- Hours/Week: 36-40
- Employment Type: Contract
- Required Experience: Minimum 2 years PCU RN experience
- Licenses/Certs: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (LVAD certification preferred)
- Additional Requirements: Must pass EKG competency exam
Pay & Benefits:
- Pay rate: $50.25/hour
- Benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
- Support from a dedicated team throughout your assignment
What You’ll Do:
- Provide specialized care for cardiac and medical stepdown patients, including post-surgical cardiac patients, respiratory failure, CVA, sepsis, and more
- Titrate cardiac, insulin, and vasopressor drips (Esmolol, Cardene, Amiodarone, etc.)
- Manage central lines, chest tubes, tracheostomies, and other complex medical devices
- Monitor patient vital signs and perform ongoing assessments
- Ensure safety and comfort of patients while adhering to hospital protocols
- Collaborate with healthcare team members including CNAs, RTs, and hospitalists
What You Need:
- Valid Louisiana RN license
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or stepdown experience
- Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
- Ability to pass EKG competency exam
- Strong cardiac and general medical skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
About the Assignment:
Join a diverse and traveler-friendly healthcare environment on the medical/surgical unit of a leading facility in Shreveport. Be part of a supportive team with unit resources like resource nurses, phlebotomy, and RT support. The unit supports a variety of complex patient cases including cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions. The assignment includes three days off per week, every other weekend rotation, and work during major holidays, with flexible RTO options (up to 7 days with contract extension).
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