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Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Shreveport, LA 71115

Posted: 04/15/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 62508 Specialty: Telemetry

Job Description


Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse - Telemetry and Make a Difference in Patient Care

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse seeking an engaging opportunity in a dynamic hospital setting? We are looking for experienced Telemetry RNs to provide exceptional care on a newly established Medical Surgical/Telemetry unit. This role offers a chance to work in a supportive environment, expand your clinical skills, and contribute to a growing healthcare facility committed to excellence.

As a Telemetry RN, you will be integral to delivering high-quality patient care across diverse medical conditions, including sepsis, cellulitis, DVT/PE, CHF, COPD, COVID, and PNA. Your expertise will help manage post-operative patients with complex needs, including total joint surgeries and GI procedures. This position combines clinical challenges with ongoing educational opportunities, fostering your professional growth.

Required Skills:
  • Minimum of 2 years of recent acute care RN experience
  • Proficiency in medical-surgical and telemetry nursing principles
  • Ability to pass an EKG competency exam
  • Strong wound management skills: JP drains, wound vacs, Hemodialysis Catheter care, fistulas, PCA, pain management
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with Meditech Expanse EMR system
  • Familiarity with IV pumps (Alaris), Pyxis medication dispensing
  • Skilled in phlebotomy, IV/VAT placement, and unit float management
  • Previous experience in a fast-paced hospital environment

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN)
  • At least 2 years of clinical experience in acute care settings, with prior telemetry and Med/Surg experience

Other Requirements:
  • Certification in BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
  • Ability to work a 4-day/3-day weekly schedule, including every other weekend
  • Availability to work 2–3 holidays per year
  • Willingness to work on-call (no call required during this assignment)
  • Must provide up-to-date immunizations and pass hospital orientation
  • Scrub color: Pewter; uniforms with specified branding and badges worn properly
  • Free parking on site
  • Start date: March 9, 2026
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $46.90

Enjoy competitive pay packages, weekly pay via direct deposit, comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), a robust referral bonus program, and dedicated support from our team throughout your assignment. We also reimburse licensure, certification, travel, and related expenses where applicable, ensuring your focus remains on delivering excellent patient care.

Take this opportunity to advance your nursing career in a rewarding environment that values your expertise. Apply today and become a vital part of our healthcare team—your next great adventure awaits.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife
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