Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,109 per week

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 Job Description 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. Responsibilities Work setting is the ICU unit, with possible floating to SICU, TEAL, Neuro, CCU, Transplant, and telemetry units Primary patient ratio is 1 : 2, occasionally flexing to 1 : 3, with 3 : 1 ratio on telemetry Night shifts are 3x12 hours, 19 : 00-07 : 30 Use 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 scanner Epic EMR experience is required Four weekend shifts are required per contract No on-call responsibilities Holiday coverage required unless pre-approved Nurses are responsible for all lab sticks, EKGs, and line starts Must be able to care for isolation and Covid-19 patients and know own N95 mask size Scrub color is teal All RTO is limited to a maximum of 5 days Candidates must live more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel status Previous permanent employees at the facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be considered Requirements Active LA or compact RN license required Minimum of 2 years ICU experience required Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required Epic EMR experience required Experience with cardiac ICU, ECMO, LVAD, Impella, and balloon pumps preferred Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts 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.