OR RN in New Orleans, Louisiana

Job Description

Join a 13-week travel assignment as an Operating Room Registered Nurse in New Orleans. This role is designed for an experienced surgical RN with at least three years of neuro surgery and orthopedic spine experience, including craniotomies. Experience with general, ENT, and robotic procedures is a plus. The unit does not accept first-time travelers, and neuro call is required.

The schedule consists of three 12-hour day shifts each week. Travelers must be willing to work two of four designated holiday periods—Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s—based on departmental needs and staff rotation. During an emergency event, the unit manager may assign travelers to an Emergency Team or relief team, with an expectation to remain at the facility until the event has passed or relief coverage is arranged.

Weather

New Orleans typically offers mild to warm conditions around this time of year, with comfortable opportunities for outdoor activities, occasional humidity, and the possibility of passing rain showers.

Fun Things To Do

• French Quarter: Explore historic architecture, local restaurants, cafés, and live music along Bourbon Street and nearby neighborhoods.

• Garden District: Stroll past grand homes, lush gardens, and distinctive historic streets.

• Bayou Day Trip: Take a guided swamp excursion to see wetlands, wildlife, and scenic waterways outside the city.

• Gulf Coast Day Trip: Visit nearby coastal communities for beaches, seafood, and waterfront activities.

• New Orleans City Park: Enjoy walking paths, gardens, museums, and outdoor recreation in one of the city’s largest green spaces.

Job Specifics

City and State: New Orleans, Louisiana
Shift: 12-hour days, 8:30 AM–9:00 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week