Critical Care Nurse Specialist

6 days ago


Shreveport, Louisiana, United States Travel Nurse Across America Full time

We're seeking a highly skilled Critical Care Nurse Specialist to join our team in Shreveport, LA. As a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Travel Nurse, you will provide top-notch patient care to those requiring close monitoring and frequent assessment.

The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of recent acute care experience and be proficient in utilizing computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information. PCU Nurses must also be able to detect any changes and take necessary intervention measures to prevent life-threatening situations.

In this role, you will care for patients receiving complex medications, sometimes through an intravenous line that may need to be adjusted or titrated. As a Critical Care Nurse Specialist, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

  • Provide basic bedside care, including stabilizing critical cardiac patients
  • Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs as needed
  • Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment
  • Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, interpreting electronic displays and recording important data
  • Initiate corrective action when monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology

You should be comfortable standing and walking for long periods, bending, leaning, and stooping without difficulty. Additionally, you should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and possess good stress-coping skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Salary Estimate: $120,000 per year, based on national averages for RNs with similar experience in Shreveport, LA.

Requirements: BLS certification, CHEMO experience, and a minimum of 2 years of acute care experience. Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.



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