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Registered Nurse - ICU

Shreveport, LA 71115

Posted: 03/17/26 Employment Type: Temporary Position: Registered Nurse Job Number: 63417 Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Job Description


Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse - ICU and Make a Difference in Critical Care!

We are seeking highly skilled and dedicated ICU Registered Nurses to provide exceptional care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. If you thrive under pressure, possess strong clinical skills, and are passionate about patient outcomes, this is your opportunity to elevate your nursing career and contribute to life-saving interventions.

Required Skills:
  • Valid RN license with at least 1 year of acute care experience; first-time travelers must have 2 years of permanent staff RN experience in acute care
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications
  • Proven ability to pass an EKG competency exam prior to assignment
  • Proficiency in art line and central line management, NIHSS, EVD drains, chest tubes
  • Strong assessment skills, critical thinking, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Experience caring for critically ill medical, surgical, cardiac, and neuro patients, including diagnoses such as STEMI, respiratory distress, sepsis, stroke, DKA, and post-surgical care

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with Meditech Expanse EMR system
  • Ability to support a high-paced environment with patient ratios of 1:2 in ICU and 1:5-6 on MedSurg units
  • Comfort with floating between units including stroke, stepdown, and med-surg floors
  • Additional certifications or specialized training in neuro or cardiac care

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • BSN degree preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year ICU experience in an acute care setting
  • Previous travel nursing experience is advantageous but not mandatory

Other Requirements:
  • Willingness to work weekend rotations and 2/3 holidays
  • Ability to work 4 days a week (mon, tues, fri, sat) or 3 days (sun, wed, thurs), with possible night shift rotations
  • Maintain proper PPE protocol; PPE provided
  • Comfortable floating to med-surg units with patient ratios of up to 1:6
  • Scrub color: pewter; uniforms: gray, white, or black with WK monogram
  • Badge must be worn visibly at all times
  • Free parking offered

Earn a competitive hourly pay rate of $50.25 with weekly direct deposit payments. Enjoy comprehensive medical benefits, robust referral bonus programs, paid sick time as per applicable laws, and reimbursements for licensure, certification, travel, and other eligible expenses. Our dedicated team is committed to supporting your success throughout your assignment with VHS.

Take the next step in your nursing career—apply now to join a team that values your skills, commitment, and compassion. Your expertise can truly make a difference in patients’ lives!

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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