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Registered Nurse - PCU

Shreveport, LA 71103

Posted: 06/14/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 66058 Specialty: Progressive Care Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU – 12H Days – Start 06/01/2026
Job Posting Hook
If you’re a PCU RN who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, this role is for you. Enjoy a 12-hour day shift schedule with a competitive $50.25 hourly rate, plus a supportive team and comprehensive benefits. If you’re available to start 06/01/2026, apply now to be considered for immediate placement.

Quick Facts
  • Location: Client facility (City/State not provided)
  • Start Date: 06/01/2026
  • End Date/Duration: Not specified
  • Shift: 12H Days
  • Hours/week: Not specified
  • Employment Type: Not specified
  • License/Certs: BLS, ACLS
  • Experience: 1–2 years (preferred for this assignment)
Pay & Benefits
  • Hourly Rate: $50.25/hr
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive Pay Packages
    • Weekly Pay Schedule via Direct Deposit (W-2)
    • Comprehensive Medical Benefits (W-2)
    • Robust Referral Bonus Program
    • Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state/federal/local laws
    • Licensure/Certification/Travel and other reimbursements when applicable
    • 24/7 dedicated team support

What You’ll Do
  • Provide high-quality bedside nursing care for a progressive/critical unit (PCU) with frequent monitoring needs
  • Manage patients with complex conditions including respiratory failure, CVA, DKA, sepsis, post-surgical care, CIWA (ETOH), IVDA/AMS, and more
  • Deliver safe medication and infusion therapy, including titrating cardiac drips and some vasopressor titration as applicable
  • Support advanced bedside interventions such as insulin drips, venous sheath management, central line management, tracheostomy care, feeding tubes, BiPAP, chest tubes, wound care, and blood products
  • Coordinate care using the facility’s standard systems (EMR/med systems noted by the assignment)
  • Complete required pre-arrival compliance steps, including an EKG competency exam prior to arrival

What You Need Required
  • Current BLS
  • Current ACLS
  • 1–2 years of recent relevant RN experience (PCU/stepdown critical care environment preferred)
  • Ability to pass an EKG competency exam prior to arrival
Preferred
  • NIHSS certification (preferred)

About the Assignment
This PCU role serves patients requiring close monitoring and frequent clinical interventions, with an expected RN ratio of 1:3–4. The unit environment is described as diverse and traveler-friendly, with in-house support resources and ongoing leadership coverage.


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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