Travel SICU RN - $2,235 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 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 21, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU position requiring transplant recovery experience and a Compact or LA RN license. Details Work in a high-acuity Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) with transplant ICU responsibilities Patient ratio of 1:2 Night shift schedule (3x12 hours), 18:45-07:15, with possible accommodation for 4x12 schedules Float requirement to other ICUs and step-down units (SDUs) Care for post-op surgical recovery patients, including liver, heart, lung, kidney, and pancreas transplant recipients No on-call requirement Epic EMR experience required 13-week assignment length Requirements Active RN license (Compact or Louisiana) required in hand at time of submission Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS Minimum 2 years of RN experience in the specialty required Hard requirement: prior experience with transplant recovery (liver, heart, lung, kidney, or pancreas) Experience with Post Cardiac Surgery care (directly from the OR) required Preferred experience with PA catheters and balloon pumps Experience with Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT/CVVHD) preferred Previous travel RN experience required Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility to be eligible Current NURSYS report required, dated within 4 weeks of submission Two Manager/Supervisor references required (Charge RN references not accepted) Additional Information Provide critical care nursing for high-acuity surgical and transplant ICU patients May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergencies, which could require staying on-site until the event concludes Orientation is held five days a week No block scheduling requests accepted Candidates must have requested time off (RTO) documented on their profile and discussed during the interview to avoid offer rescission Local candidates are not accepted for this position Previous Ochsner Health System employees (permanent staff or in-house agency) must have a one-year separation before returning as a travel employee American Traveler Job ID P-746464. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.