Travel SICU RN - $2,187 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing 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 Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted. Job Title Registered Nurse – SICU Location New Orleans, LA | Acute Care Schedule / Job Type Contract | Nights | 3x12 or 4x12 Hours (18:45–07:15) Key Responsibilities Provide high-acuity ICU nursing care at a 1:2 patient ratio Care for post-operative surgical recovery patients including CABG, valve replacement/repair, and aortic dissection Manage advanced hemodynamic monitoring including PA catheters and intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) Support transplant recovery patients including liver, heart, lung, kidney, and pancreas recipients Perform and monitor Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) Float to other ICUs and Step-Down Units (SDUs) as required Required Qualifications Active Compact or Louisiana RN license — must be in hand at time of submittal Minimum 2 years of experience in SICU or equivalent high-acuity ICU specialty ACLS , BLS , and NIH Stroke Scale certifications required (AHA-issued certifications required) Proficiency with Epic EMR required NURSYS report must be submitted with profile and current within 4 weeks of submission date Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility (as verified by address on driver's license) — local travelers are not accepted Preferred Experience / Skills Experience with PA catheters and balloon pump management Background in transplant recovery nursing (liver, heart, lung, kidney, pancreas) Experience with Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) Why Join Us Work in a high-acuity, specialized ICU environment with exposure to complex surgical and transplant cases Flexible scheduling options available — 3x12 or 4x12 shift configurations considered Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID 775280. 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: Registered Nurse - SICU About Concentric Healthcare Staffing Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust. The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth. Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline. Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others