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Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Shreveport, LA 71115

Posted: 03/17/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 62994 Specialty: Telemetry

Job Description


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

Are you a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic healthcare environment? We are looking for energetic and compassionate Telemetry RNs to provide exceptional care in a newly established Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit. This is your chance to work in a growing facility that values educational advancement and offers a supportive team committed to your professional success.

Required Skills:
  • Valid RN license
  • BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of acute care experience, with recent Med/Surg/Telemetry background
  • Ability to pass an EKG competency exam
  • Proficiency in wound management, JP drains, wound vacs, Hemodialysis Catheter care, PCA, and pain management
  • Strong communication and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to float across various Med/Surg units as needed

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with Sepsis, Cellulitis, DVT/PE, CHF, COPD, COVID, PNA patient management
  • Knowledge of EMR systems (Meditech Expanse)
  • Familiarity with IV pumps (Alaris), medication dispensing (Pyxis), and support procedures (phlebotomy, CVL/PICC/Midline insertion)
  • Past experience in a teaching hospital environment

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • State licensure as a Registered Nurse
  • At least 2 years of recent, relevant acute care experience in a fast-paced setting
  • Experience working with diverse patient populations, including post-op and medical overflow patients

Other Requirements:
  • Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
  • Ability to work a 4-day week with scheduled weekends and holidays, including every other weekend rotation
  • Willingness to work up to 7 days of approved time off, with a mandatory 1-week extension per full week off
  • No on-call duties; regular schedule with flexible days
  • Scrub color: Pewter; T-shirts: gray, white, or black with WK monogram; Jackets: gray or black
  • Must wear badges above the waist at all times
  • Free parking provided
  • Reliable transportation and availability to start on the scheduled date of 03/09/2026

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including competitive pay at $46.90/hour, weekly direct deposit, medical coverage, referral bonuses, paid sick leave, licensure, certification assistance, and travel reimbursements where applicable. We also offer ongoing educational opportunities to help you grow professionally within our facility.

Take the next step in your nursing career by applying today! Your expertise can make a real difference in patient lives and contribute to our thriving healthcare community.

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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