Travel SICU RN - $2,982 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in New Orleans, Louisiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 21, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU position requiring transplant recovery experience and a Compact or LA RN license. Details ICU setting encompassing Surgical ICU and Transplant ICU High acuity patient population including CVICU and transplant recovery cases (liver, heart, lung, kidney, pancreas) Patient ratio of 1:2 Night shift schedule of 3x12 or 4x12 hours (18:45-7:15) Float requirement to other ICUs and step-down units Epic EMR experience required No on-call requirements No block scheduling requests accommodated Requirements Active RN license, Compact or LA license required in hand Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA certifications required) Minimum 2 years of RN experience in specialty required Required experience in transplant recovery care (liver, heart, lung, kidney, pancreas) Experience in post cardiac surgery care (directly from OR) required Experience with Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT/CVVHD) required Preferred experience with PA catheters and intra-aortic balloon pumps Previous travel nursing experience required Skilled in ventilator management, arterial line management, central line care, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips Additional Information Provide high acuity ICU care including post-op recovery for surgical and transplant patients Care for patients requiring hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator support, and renal replacement therapy Orientation held 5 days a week Candidates must reside more than 65 miles from the facility to be eligible RTO must be disclosed and finalized prior to interview to avoid offer rescission Previous permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have a 1-year separation from the facility before returning as a travel candidate First-time travelers are not typically considered due to travel experience requirement American Traveler Job ID P-745374. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Surgical 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.