Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
shreveport, LA
Reliable Nurse Staffing
4x12 hrs, Days, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,438/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftDays, Nights
Duration13 weeks
Setting
Hospital

Pay

31% higher than average Registered Nurse / Emergency Department Nurse pay in Louisiana

Estimated total pay

$2,438/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Life insurance

Description

The emergency department at Willis Knighton Pierremont is a mid-size community ER, estimated at ~20–25 beds, typical for a satellite hospital within a larger system. It operates with acuity-based staffing, where nurses generally carry 1:3–4 patients, with 1:1–2 for critical cases and up to 1:5 in fast-track or lower-acuity situations.

The facility uses a non-Epic EMR (commonly reported as Meditech-type workflows), and staffing can flex significantly based on volume, as there are no fixed nurse-patient ratios mandated. Overall, it functions as a moderate-acuity ER with variable workload, depending on census and time of day.

Employer

Reliable Nurse Staffing

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Providing reliable, competent, and compassionate care to our patients and clients.

Response timewithin a day

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About Shreveport, LA

As a Travel Emergency Department 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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