TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified PICU RN in Shreveport, Louisiana, 71101!
Job Title
Registered Nurse – PICU
Location
Shreveport, LA | Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (18:45–07:15)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit with an average census of 5 and a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2
- Operate and monitor specialized equipment including ventilators, high-frequency oscillatory vents, Alaris IV pumps, PCA pumps, cooling blankets, and cardiac monitoring systems
- Utilize EEG, ICP, BIS monitoring, and EVD systems as part of comprehensive patient assessment and care
- Float to other pediatric units and/or NICU as needed based on departmental needs
- Participate in 2 weekend rotations per month and be available to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's)
- In the event of an emergency, may be assigned by the unit manager to an emergency response team and expected to remain at or support the facility as directed
Required Qualifications
- Active Compact or Louisiana RN license in hand at time of submittal
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in PICU or relevant pediatric specialty
- AHA-issued ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required
- Epic EMR experience required
- NURSYS report must be submitted with profile and current within 4 weeks of submission date
- Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility (as measured from the address on file on driver's license to the facility address) to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travelers will be considered
- Familiarity with high-acuity pediatric patient populations and complex monitoring systems
- Experience floating within pediatric or neonatal care settings
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric critical care environment with exposure to advanced equipment and high-acuity cases
- Orientation is held 5 days a week and includes billable modules, supporting a smooth transition into the role