Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Metairie, Louisiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 11 / 04 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with strong cardiac and Epic skills for a night shift position requiring a LA or compact RN license.
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Work setting is the ICU unit, with possible floating to SICU, TEAL, Neuro, CCU, Transplant, and telemetry unitsPrimary patient ratio is 1 : 2, occasionally flexing to 1 : 3, with 3 : 1 ratio on telemetryNight shifts are 3x12 hours, 19 : 00-07 : 30Use of specialized equipment including Alaris IV Pumps, CADD PCA pumps, Servo I ventilators, Fresenius CRRT Dialysis machines, Edwards Lifesciences cardiac monitors, Medtronic EVD systems, Arctic Sun TMS, GE monitors, Hill Rom beds, Pyxis medication station, and Veratron bladder scannerEpic EMR experience is requiredFour weekend shifts are required per contractNo on-call responsibilitiesHoliday coverage required unless pre-approvedNurses are responsible for all lab sticks, EKGs, and line startsMust be able to care for isolation and Covid-19 patients and know own N95 mask sizeScrub color is tealAll RTO is limited to a maximum of 5 daysCandidates must live more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel statusPrevious permanent employees at the facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be considered\n \n Requirements\n
Active LA or compact RN license requiredMinimum of 2 years ICU experience requiredCurrent certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS requiredEpic EMR experience requiredExperience with cardiac ICU, ECMO, LVAD, Impella, and balloon pumps preferred\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-623004. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - ICU
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.