PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Shreveport, Louisiana

Join our team as a Registered Nurse in a 24-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) specializing in cardiac and medical stepdown care. This 13-week contract offers an engaging experience managing patients with complex needs such as respiratory failure, post-surgical recovery, and cardiac interventions. You'll be working primarily with cardiac stepdown patients recovering from procedures like CABG, lung surgeries, or PCI, along with medical patients requiring close monitoring for conditions like CVA, DKA, or sepsis. Expect to titrate cardiac drips, manage ventilators, and handle central lines, all within a supportive, traveler-friendly environment. This role involves a 12-hour day shift, treating a patient ratio of 1:3-4, with local support from support staff, and requires passing an EKG competency exam prior to start. It's a chance to apply your skills on a unit that values diverse expertise and provides plenty of opportunities to grow professionally while enjoying a steady weekly schedule of 36 hours.

Weather:

The weather around this time tends to be mild with warm days and cooler evenings. It is generally sunny with occasional light rain showers, making it comfortable to explore the city or enjoy outdoor activities during your off hours.

Fun Things To Do:

• City Park: Explore the beautiful botanical gardens, walk the scenic trails, or enjoy paddle boating on the lake.
• Sherlock's Escape Room: Test your puzzle-solving skills with a challenging escape room adventure.
• Bossier City’s American Rose Center (Day trip): Visit the largest concentrated rose garden in the U.S., ideal for relaxing walks and photography.
• Red River Paddlewheels (Day trip): Take a riverboat cruise for scenic views and live entertainment.
• Lakeshore Drive: Drive along the lakefront with picturesque views, perfect for a leisurely afternoon or sunset watch.

Job Specifics:

Location: Shreveport, LA
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36.0 hours