Registered Nurse - PCU

VieMed Healthcare Staffing

Bossier City, LA

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SKILLS

Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Arterial Lines, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cerebral Vascular Accident, Clinical Assessment, Critical Care, Diabetes, Electrocardiogram, Electronic Medical Records, Health Plan, Healthcare, Hospital, Insulin, MEDITECH, Medical Conditions, Medication Administration, Onboarding, Patient Care, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Pulmonary Disease, Registered Nurse (RN), Reimbursement, Speech and Language Pathology, Team Player, Titration

LOCATION

Bossier City, LA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Registered Nurse - PCU (12-Hour Night Shifts) in Bossier City, LA

Are you seeking an opportunity with a leading healthcare facility in Bossier City, LA? Join a dedicated team offering competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy a rewarding night shift schedule, starting May 4, 2026, with a contract ending August 1, 2026, and become part of a supportive environment committed to your professional growth.

Quick Facts

Location: 2400 Hospital Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
Start Date: 05/04/2026
End Date: 08/01/2026
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift (12H Nights)
Hours/Week: Full-Time
Employment Type: Contract
Licenses/Certifications: Valid RN License, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Experience: Minimum 2 years in acute care RN experience; first-time travelers must meet this requirement

Pay & Benefits

Pay package: $50.25/hour (discussed upon application)
Benefits include:
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time compliant with laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable

What Youll Do

Provide direct patient care to adults with complex medical conditions such as respiratory failure, sepsis, stroke, DKA, post-heart cath, or post-arteriogram/arteriogram cases
Manage a patient load of up to 3 patients per RN in a fast-paced PCU setting
Perform assessments, administer medications, and monitor vital signs, including arterial lines, IV management, tube feedings, and diabetes care
Pass an EKG competency exam prior to arrival, including MedSurg RN practices
Collaborate with the healthcare team, including hospitalists, RTs, OT, PT, and speech therapists
Document care accurately in Meditech Expanse EMR system
Follow hospital protocols, including proper badge, uniform, and professionalism standards
Adapt to floating between stroke and medical/surgical units, with flexibility for frequent unit changes
Cover 2/3 major holidays as scheduled
Work 4-day weeks alternating with 3-day weeks, with options for 3/2 or 5/2 rotations

What You Need
Required:

Valid RN license in Louisiana
BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
At least 2 years of acute care RN experience; first-time travelers must meet this requirement
Ability to pass EKG competency exam
Skills in CVL management, arterial lines, foley management, tube feedings, drip titration (Levophed, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Insulin)
Preferred:
Experience working in PCU/stroke units or similar high-acuity settings

About the Assignment
This is an exciting opportunity at a prominent healthcare facility in Bossier City, LA, providing critical care in a 12-bed unit. The role involves caring for adult patients with a variety of acute medical conditions, with a focus on teamwork, professionalism, and clinical excellence. Orientation includes 2 days of hospital onboarding plus 1 shift on the unit to best prepare for your assignment.

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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Registered Nurse - PCU

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