• Lafayette, LA
  • $54.31 Per Hour
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30+ days ago

Job Description


ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Lafayette, LA | Night Shift, 12-Hour Shifts

Are you a dedicated ICU nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity in Lafayette, Louisiana? Join a leading healthcare facility for a Night Shift position on our intensive care unit, offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible scheduling. Enjoy an excellent work environment, a supportive team, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Quick Facts
  • Location: Lafayette, LA
  • Start Date: 05/18/2026
  • End Date: 07/13/2026
  • Shift: Night Shift, 12-Hour
  • Hours/Week: 36
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • Licensing: Current RN License in Louisiana
  • Experience: 2+ years ICU experience, Epic documentation
Pay & Benefits
  • Hourly Rate: $54.31
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive pay packages
    • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
    • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
    • Robust referral bonus program
    • Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable laws
    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You’ll Do
  • Provide specialized nursing care to ICU patients, ensuring safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes.
  • Use the nursing process to assess patient needs, develop care plans, and implement interventions.
  • Effectively communicate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams, adapting explanations to diverse audiences.
  • Document patient information accurately using Epic software.
  • Serve as a team leader and collaborator on the ICU unit, delegating tasks appropriately.
  • Monitor patient conditions closely, recognizing changes and responding quickly.
  • Adhere to all safety standards, including infection control and OSHA guidelines.
What You Need
Required:
  • Current Louisiana RN license
  • BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
  • At least 2 years of ICU experience
  • Proficiency with Epic documentation and excellent communication skills

Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing
  • Certification in a clinical specialty area
  • Experience working in high-acuity environments
About the Assignment
Join a leading healthcare provider in Lafayette, LA, for a dynamic ICU RN role. You will care for critically ill patients in a fast-paced hospital setting, utilizing your skills to deliver exceptional nursing care. The assignment offers a supportive environment dedicated to your professional growth and success.


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
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Emergency Nursingunmatched
  • Epic Systemsunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Healthcare Providersunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • Intensive Careunmatched
  • Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • OSHAunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched

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