• Shreveport, LA
  • $54.31 Per Hour
  • Quick Apply
30+ days ago

Job Description


RN - PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Nurse in Shreveport, LA | $54.31/hr

Are you a dedicated registered nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity in a leading facility in Shreveport, LA? Enjoy a consistent schedule with mid-shift hours, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. This assignment offers immediate start flexibility and a supportive team committed to your success.

Quick Facts:
  • Location: 1541 Kings Highway, Shreveport, LA 71103
  • Start Date: 06/01/2026
  • End Date: 08/24/2026
  • Shift: Mid Shift (8 hours)
  • Hours/Week: 40
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • Licenses/Certifications: Valid RN license in Louisiana, BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPI certifications
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years in a PACU or similar setting
Pay & Benefits:
  • Pay Rate: $54.31 per hour
  • Pay Package: Discussed upon application
  • 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 laws
    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
    • 24/7 dedicated support team from VHS
What You’ll Do:
  • Provide specialized nursing care in the PACU, following the nursing process
  • Assess patients’ recovery, vital signs, and readiness for discharge
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient outcomes
  • Delegate tasks appropriately to licensed and ancillary team members
  • Educate patients and families about post-procedure care
  • Maintain compliance with all regulatory standards and hospital policies
  • Document care accurately and timely using electronic health records
  • Adapt care approaches based on patient needs and cultural considerations
What You Need: Required:
  • Valid RN license in Louisiana
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPI certifications
  • Minimum 2 years of PACU or critical care nursing experience
  • Proficiency with medical software and documentation
Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing or higher
  • Certification in a clinical specialty area
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
About the Assignment:
Join a leading healthcare provider in Shreveport dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. This PACU role involves caring for post-operative patients, assessing recovery status, and supporting safe discharges. You’ll be part of a collaborative team striving for clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.


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

Numbers & Facts

LocationShreveport, LA

Skills

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Clinical Assessmentunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Critical Careunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • Healthcare Providersunmatched
  • Healthcare Softwareunmatched
  • Hospitalunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Assessmentunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)unmatched
  • Postanesthesiaunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched

Be found by employers

5,500+ employers search our resume database daily. Add yours to get found by recruiters looking for candidates like you.

Level up your application

Professional resume templates

Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.

Free resume templates

Free resume builder

Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.

Free resume builder