• Lafayette, LA
  • $54.31 Per Hour
  • Instant Apply
24 days ago

Job Description


RN - ER Night Shift - Lafayette, LA

Are you a dedicated registered nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity in emergency care? Join a leading healthcare facility in Lafayette, LA, for a night shift assignment offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team committed to your success. Immediate start available with potential for extension.


Quick Facts
  • Location: 2390 West Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70506
  • Start Date: 08/24/2026
  • End Date: 11/23/2026
  • Shift: Night Shift, 12-Hour shifts
  • Hours/week: 36 hours/week (approximate)
  • Employment Type: Contract/Per Diem
  • License/Certs: Valid RN license in Louisiana, BLS, CPI, ACLS, PALS
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years in emergency nursing preferred

Pay & Benefits
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $54.31/hr
  • Benefits include:
    • Competitive pay packages
    • Weekly pay via direct deposit
    • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
    • Robust referral bonus program
    • Paid sick time according to applicable laws
    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You’ll Do
  • Provide emergency nursing care in a fast-paced ER environment
  • Assess patient condition and formulate care plans using the nursing process
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
  • Document patient information accurately and thoroughly
  • Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean, and organized emergency department
  • Follow all regulatory and safety standards to ensure quality patient care

What You Need
Required:
  • Valid Louisiana RN license
  • BLS, CPI, ACLS, and PALS certifications
  • Minimum 2 years of emergency room experience
  • Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills

Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing or higher
  • Experience with diverse patient populations and high-acuity cases

About the Assignment
This assignment is with a leading facility in Lafayette, LA, providing emergency care in a high-volume ER. The role involves delivering expert nursing services to diverse patient populations, adhering to regulatory standards, and working closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The facility values compassionate, attentive care and professional growth opportunities for its staff.


VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied

Numbers & Facts

LocationLafayette, LA

Skills

  • Acute Careunmatched
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Emergency Careunmatched
  • Emergency Nursingunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)unmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Service Deliveryunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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