Registered Nurse - PCU

VieMed Healthcare Staffing
  • Shreveport, LA
  • $50.25 Per Hour
  • Quick Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description


Join Our Team as a Registered Nurse - PCU and Make a Difference in Cardiac and Medical Stepdown Care!

Are you a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse seeking an exciting opportunity to advance your career within a supportive and dynamic environment? We are actively recruiting for a highly skilled Registered Nurse for our Progressive Care Unit (PCU), where your expertise will directly impact patient recovery and well-being. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this is your chance to join a reputable healthcare team committed to excellence and compassionate care.

What You’ll Bring:
  • Minimum of 2 years of recent PCU RN experience, including cardiac stepdown and medical overflow cases
  • Ability to pass an EKG competency exam prior to start
  • Valid BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications; LVAD certification preferred (especially for 2W Cardiac Stepdown)
  • Proficiency in titrating cardiac, insulin, and vasopressor drips, managing central lines, chest tubes, and ventilators
  • Strong assessment skills and ability to handle complex patient conditions such as respiratory failure, CVA, sepsis, post-op cardiac patients, and more
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to support a diverse, multi-disciplinary team

Nice to Have:
  • LVAD certification
  • Additional advanced certifications and experience in telemetry or critical care
  • Experience with Meditech Expanse EMR and IV pump management
  • Ability to adapt to floating between units, including Medical Stepdown and MedSurg

Preferred Education & Experience:
  • Active RN license in good standing
  • At least 2 years of acute care RN experience in a fast-paced setting
  • Experience working with cardiac and medical overflow patient populations

Other Requirements:
  • Willingness to work every other weekend, 4-day and 3-day work weeks, with rotations during major holidays
  • Ability to work on-site in a hospital setting with free parking
  • Must wear designated scrubs and badges in accordance with hospital policies
  • No on-call schedule; standard shift hours only
  • Strong commitment to safety, quality, and patient-centered care

Vibrant, diverse, and traveler-friendly, our unit fosters a culture of support, continuous learning, and professionalism. We offer competitive hourly pay at $50.25, weekly pay via direct deposit, and a comprehensive benefits package including licensure, certification reimbursements, and travel-related expenses when applicable. Enjoy paid sick time, 24/7 dedicated support team, and a rewarding environment where your skills truly make a difference.

Ready to elevate your nursing career? Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and compassion. Your next rewarding opportunity is just a click away!

Numbers & Facts

LocationShreveport, LA

Skills

  • Acute Careunmatched
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Cardiologyunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Critical Careunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Electrocardiogramunmatched
  • Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Hospitalunmatched
  • Insulinunmatched
  • MEDITECHunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • On Callunmatched
  • Paint Shop Pro Tubesunmatched
  • Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
  • Pulmonary Diseaseunmatched
  • Pumpsunmatched
  • Quality of Careunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Telemetryunmatched
  • Titrationunmatched
  • Vasoconstrictorunmatched
  • Ventilatorunmatched

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