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Travel Critical Care Transplant ICU Nurse - $2,109 per week
Travel Critical Care Transplant ICU Nurse - $2,109 per weekAmerican Traveler • Metairie, LA, US
Travel Critical Care Transplant ICU Nurse - $2,109 per week

Travel Critical Care Transplant ICU Nurse - $2,109 per week

American Traveler • Metairie, LA, US
8 hours ago
Job type
  • Permanent
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 / 18 / 2025
  • Duration : 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift : 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type : Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift contract requiring a LA or compact license, Epic experience, and a minimum of two years' ICU experience.

Responsibilities

  • Work in the ICU unit with a primary 1 : 2 nurse-to-patient ratio, occasionally flexing to 1 : 3
  • Floats to all ICUs and may float to ED or PACU to care for ICU patients, or to MS / PCU units with 1 : 4 ratios
  • Performs lab sticks, EKGs, and line starts
  • Utilizes equipment such as Alaris IV Pumps, CADD PCA pumps, Servo I ventilators, Fresenius CRRT Dialysis machines, Edwards cardiac monitors, Medtronic EVD Management, Arctic Sun TMS, GE monitors, Hill Rom beds, Pyxis station, Veratron bladder scanner
  • Epic EMR experience is required
  • Night shift (3x12 hours), 19 : 00 - 07 : 30
  • Four weekend shifts are required every four weeks
  • No call required
  • RTO is limited to 5 days total for the contract duration
  • Nurses are responsible for initiating labs, EKGs, and IV line starts
  • Care for a mixed ICU patient population, including potential COVID-19 patients
  • Complete pre-start online modules as required by specialty
  • Scrub color and dress code details will be provided during onboarding

    • Requirements

  • Active LA or compact RN license required
  • Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, CPI, and NIHSS are required (CPI can be obtained onsite for a fee)
  • At least two years of recent ICU nursing experience required
  • Epic charting experience required
  • Must be able to care for COVID-19 and isolation patients and know your N95 mask size
  • Must live more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate
  • Any former permanent employees must be separated for at least one year to be considered

    • 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-628976. 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.

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