ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in New Orleans, Louisiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Critical Care Float Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/30/2026 Duration: 8 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 30, 2026 Length: 8 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a LA or compact license and Epic experience for a night shift position requiring 2 years of critical care experience. Details Float pool position requiring coverage of ICU, CVICU, NICU, SICU, MICU, TICU, and Burn units as needed Patient ratio of 1:2 Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30) Every other weekend required Holiday coverage required No on-call requirements Requirements Active LA or Compact RN license required at time of consideration (pending licenses not accepted) Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required Epic charting experience required Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Preferred certifications: CCRN, CPI Preferred skills include prior charge nurse experience Critical care course experience preferred Two recent manager references required Additional Information Provide critical care nursing across multiple ICU specialties including cardiovascular, neuro, surgical, trauma, and burn patients Navy blue scrubs required Strict 5-day maximum RTO policy First-time travelers will not be considered for this position Local candidates within 75 miles are accepted at the local rate Candidates must reside within a 75-mile radius or be eligible for local rate consideration Former permanent employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible for travel assignment Any license disciplinary history must be disclosed along with a personal statement at time of consideration American Traveler Job ID P-742587. 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 - 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.