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Registered Nurse - Stroke

VieMed Healthcare Staffing

Shreveport, LA

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Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Cerebral Vascular Accident, Clinical Competency, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Electrocardiogram, Electronic Medical Records, Emergency Response, Health Plan, Heparin, Hospital, Insulin, MEDITECH, Medication Administration, Neurology, Paint Shop Pro Tubes, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Reimbursement, Schedule Development, Team Player, Telemetry, Titration, Tracheotomy
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Shreveport, LA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Registered Nurse - Stroke Care | 12H Night Shifts | Shreveport, LA

Are you an experienced RN seeking a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic, patient-focused environment? Join a leading facility in Shreveport, LA, for a contract role offering consistent night shifts, competitive pay, and excellent benefits. Enjoy a supportive team, flexible scheduling, and the chance to make a difference in critical stroke and neurology patient care—starting as soon as 05/04/2026, with a scheduled end date of 08/01/2026.
Quick Facts
  • Location: 8001 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71115
  • Start Date: 05/04/2026
  • End Date: 08/01/2026
  • Shift: 12H Nights (Night shift)
  • Hours/Week: Varies based on schedule
  • Employment Type: Contract (Travel/Staff option based on applicant)
  • Certifications Needed: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years in acute care RN role; stroke/neuro experience preferred
Pay & Benefits
  • Pay Rate: $50.25/hour
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive pay packages
    • Weekly direct deposit pay schedule
    • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
    • Robust referral bonus program
    • Paid sick time, in accordance with applicable laws
    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable
What You’ll Do
  • Provide expert nursing care to stroke and neuro patients, including those with CVA/TIA, post-surgical cases, and neurological emergencies
  • Monitor cardiac and neurological status via telemetry; accurately document patient progress
  • Administer titratable medications such as Cardene, Cardizem, Insulin, Heparin, and more (manager approval required to offer without specific experience)
  • Manage patients with chest tubes, tracheostomies, and perform lumbar drains in an acute care setting
  • Assist with patient assessments, implement care plans, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams
  • Support bedside procedures with support from in-house RT, hospitalists, and therapy teams
  • Follow hospital protocols for emergency response and documentation using Meditech Expanse EMR
What You Need
  • Valid Louisiana RN license or multi-state compact license
  • Minimum 2 years of recent acute care RN experience; neuro/stroke experience preferred
  • BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certification required
  • Ability to pass an EKG competency exam prior to start
  • Strong clinical skills in telemetry monitoring, medication administration, and patient assessments
  • Flexibility to work night shifts and rotate weekends/holidays as scheduled
About the Assignment
Join a patient-centric, traveler-friendly unit dedicated to high-quality stroke and neurological patient care. The neuro unit offers a collaborative environment with support from in-house specialists and advanced monitoring technology. This contract provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills while working in a welcoming, professional setting.

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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