Travel SICU Registered Nurse - $1,990 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: ASAP
• 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: Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU (SICU) position requiring Epic proficiency and high-acuity critical care skills including transplant recovery and CRRT experience.

Details

• High-acuity SICU setting within a large hospital system
• Patient population includes general post-op surgical recovery, transplant recovery (liver, heart, lungs, kidney, pancreas), and complex critical care cases
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Floating required to other ICUs and Step-Down Units (SDUs)
• Preferred experience with pulmonary artery (PA) catheters and intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABPs)
• Experience with Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) required
• CVICU-level skills utilized, including post-op CABG, valve replacement/repair, aortic dissection, IABP, and PA catheter management
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:15–07:15
• Epic EMR experience required
• Block scheduling requests are not accommodated

Requirements

• Active LA RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale — all certifications must be through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Minimum experience in high-acuity ICU nursing required
• Epic EMR proficiency required

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside 65+ miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
• Upon accepting an assignment, the unit manager may assign you to an Emergency Team with an expectation to remain at the facility or serve on a relief team during emergency events
• Candidates uncomfortable with emergency team obligations should not apply for this role
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed and discussed during the interview process
• 13-week contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-686942. 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 - 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.

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