Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Shreveport, LA
NURSE's Etc. Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,290/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Hospital

Pay

11% higher than average Registered Nurse / Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse pay in Louisiana

Estimated total pay

$2,290/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,044/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,246/week

Description

Registered Nurse – Med-Surg Telemetry

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (2+ years) to deliver high-quality patient care within our Med-Surg Telemetry unit.

Requirements:

RN license (state of practice)

BLS (AHA)

CPI Blue Card (within 12 months)

Proficient communication, organization, and computer skills

Role Highlights:

Lead patient care using the nursing process

Delegate and collaborate with the care team

Adapt care to diverse patient populations

Support unit goals and uphold compliance standards

Occasional heavy lifting; routine exposure to clinical environments

Education: RN Diploma required; ASN/BSN preferred.

NURSE's Etc. Staffing Job ID #503509. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Facility

Ochsner LSU Health - Academic Medical Center

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NURSE's Etc. Staffing

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About Shreveport, LA

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Shreveport, LA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of 92°F and lows of 72°F, winter average highs of 58°F and lows of 37°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in proximity to the casinos and downtown area.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with ample parking.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of ages.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pine forests.
Shreveport has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants with regional and international cuisines, art galleries, museums, and outdoor activities such as boating, tubing, and fishing on the Red River.
The city also offers cultural experiences with music and art, and is known for its gaming and casinos.

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