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Med Surg RN
Shreveport, Louisiana
Specialists Hospital - Shreveport

$1,735-2,011/week

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Registered Nurse — Med Surg

Location

Shreveport, Louisiana

Facility Type

Hospital

Unit Details

Medical-surgical unit
26 beds
Fast-paced orthopedic/spinal surgical population
Typical patient ratio: 1:4 on days, 1:5 on nights

Required Qualifications

Active BLS certification
Active ACLS certification
Experience with orthopedic patients
Proficiency in IV starts
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Prior travel experience required

Schedule

12-hour shifts
36/48-hour rotation
Day shift
Every other weekend required
Schedule is made 2 weeks in advance

Additional Details

No call or standby
No floating
Black scrubs required
Unit orientation: 36/48 hours or more, depending on need

Facility

Specialists Hospital - Shreveport

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Short Term Acute Care
15 beds

ADDRESS1500 Line Avenue, Suite 206Shreveport, LA 71101

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About Shreveport, LA

As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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