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RN - MS

VieMed Healthcare Staffing
  • Lafayette, LA
  • $54.31 Per Hour
  • Instant Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description


RN - Medical-Surgical (MS) Nurse – Lafayette, LA

Looking to advance your nursing career with a leading facility in Lafayette, LA? Join a dedicated team on night shifts, offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, with immediate start available for qualified Registered Nurses. Enjoy a supportive environment focused on patient care excellence and professional growth.
Quick Facts
  • Location: Lafayette, LA 70503
  • Start Date: 09/04/2026
  • End Date/Duration: 12/04/2026
  • Shift: Night Shift, 12-Hour
  • Hours/week: Full-time
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • License/Certs: Valid RN license in Louisiana, BLS, ACLS
  • Experience: Minimum 2+ years in medical-surgical nursing
Pay & Benefits
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $54.31
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive pay package discussed upon application
    • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
    • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
    • Robust referral bonus program
    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
    • Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable laws
What You’ll Do
  • Deliver high-quality patient-centered care using the nursing process within the scope of practice and standards.
  • Assess patient needs, develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Delegate tasks appropriately and supervise licensed and ancillary staff.
  • Advocate for patient safety, privacy, and comfort.
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations and standards.
  • Document care accurately and thoroughly using hospital electronic systems.
  • Respond to emergencies, administer medications, and perform interventions as required.
What You Need

  • Required:
    • Valid RN license in Louisiana
    • BLS and ACLS certifications from American Heart Association
    • Minimum of 2 years recent medical-surgical nursing experience
    • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Proficiency with computer systems and electronic documentation

  • Preferred:
    • Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Nursing
    • Certification in a clinical specialty area
About the Assignment
This assignment is with a leading healthcare facility dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in the Lafayette area. You will be part of a dynamic team caring for a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment. Your expertise will contribute to achieving quality outcomes and supporting the facility’s mission of excellence in healthcare.

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

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Systemsunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Emergency Responseunmatched
  • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • Hospital Systemsunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • License Managementunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Patient Safetyunmatched
  • Quality of Careunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Standards of Careunmatched
  • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
  • Surgical Nursingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

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