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RN - ICU

Gretna, LA 70056

Posted: 10/16/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 71341 Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Job Description


Registered Nurse - ICU | Gretna, LA | Night Shift, 12-Hour Shifts

Are you a skilled ICU nurse looking to make a difference at a leading healthcare facility in Gretna, Louisiana? Join us for an immediate start on a night shift schedule, enjoy competitive pay, and be part of a dedicated team committed to your success. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment with excellent benefits.

Quick Facts
  • Location: Gretna, LA
  • Start Date: 10/12/2026
  • End Date: 01/11/2027
  • Shift: Night Shift, 12 hours
  • Hours/week: 36
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • License/Certs: Current RN License, BLS, ACLS, CPI
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years ICU experience, Epic documentation

Pay & Benefits
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $54.31
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive pay packages
    • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
    • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
    • Robust referral bonus program
    • Licensure, travel, and certification reimbursements
    • Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
    • 24/7 dedicated team support throughout your assignment

What You’ll Do
  • Provide high-quality nursing care to ICU patients, respecting their privacy and individual needs
  • Utilize clinical judgment to assess patient conditions and develop appropriate care plans
  • Accurately document patient care activities using Epic and other software
  • Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members and patients’ families
  • Educate patients and families about care procedures and health management
  • Adapt care practices based on patient population and changing conditions
  • Ensure infection control protocols are strictly followed in a high-acuity environment

What You Need

  • Required:
    • Current RN license in Louisiana
    • BLS, ACLS, and CPI certifications
    • Minimum of 2 years ICU experience
    • Proficiency with electronic medical records (Epic preferred)
    • Strong communication and critical thinking skills

  • Preferred:
    • Bachelor’s degree in nursing
    • Additional certifications in clinical specialty areas

About the Assignment
Join a leading facility in Gretna, LA, known for delivering expert critical care in a fast-paced ICU environment. You will be providing compassionate, skilled nursing care for adult patients, working closely with a multidisciplinary team committed to excellence and patient safety.


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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