Licensed Practical Nurse (LN IID)

Willis-Knighton-Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Willis-Knighton Health in Shreveport, LA seeks a Staff Nurse for the Medical-Surgical unit. The role is full-time with night shifts, focusing on compassionate, patient-centered Med-Surg care and collaborative teamwork.

You will assess patients, monitor vitals, administer medications, and educate families while maintaining thorough documentation and contributing to discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Must deliver high-quality patient care on a Medical-Surgical unit.
• Demonstrate nursing skills and compassionate bedside manners.
• Maintain accurate documentation per hospital policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care to Medical-Surgical patients.
• Perform patient assessments and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team for comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments and discharge care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Care planning

Collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

Job description

Shreveport , LA

Nursing

Full-Time , Night

Posted 10/20/2026

Job Title : Staff Nurse - Medical Surgical Unit

Are you a dedicated Nurse with a passion for Med-Surg care? Look no further! Our 13-bed medical surgical observation floor is seeking a compassionate and skilled nurse to join our close-knit team. Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

Why Choose Us?

• Patient-Centered Care: We’re not just a floor; we’re a family. Our focus is on providing excellent patient care, and our patients feel it.
• Community Impact: As the sole Med-Surg floor in our healthcare system, you’ll make a real difference in the lives of our patients.
• Kindness Matters: We value kindness above all else. Our team radiates positivity, and our patients notice!

Your Role as a Staff Nurse:

• Patient Care : Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients on the Medical-Surgical unit.
• Assessment and Monitoring : Conduct thorough patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and document patient progress.
• Medication Administration : Safely administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Care Planning : Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and medical conditions.
• Collaboration : Work closely with physicians, other nurses, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Patient Education : Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
• Competitive salary (because you deserve it!)
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, and more)
• Opportunities for professional growth (we’re invested in your success)