Travel ICU RN - $2,127 per week

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: 09/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a float pool ICU position requiring Epic proficiency and a minimum of 2 years of critical care experience, with floating across multiple ICU specialties.

Details

• Float pool position requiring rotation across multiple ICUs, including MICU, TICU, Neuro ICU, CIVCU, SICU, and Burn ICU
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Every other weekend requirement
• Holiday coverage required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active LA RN license or Compact license currently in hand (pending licenses not accepted)
• Certifications required: BLS and ACLS
• Preferred certifications: CCRN, CPI, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Epic EMR proficiency required
• Proficiency in critical care skills including arterial line management, central line care, ventilator management, vasoactive drip titration, and hemodynamic monitoring
• Two recent supervisor references required (dated within the last 12 months)
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
• Any license history issues must be disclosed along with a personal statement

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Former permanent employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible
• Candidates living within 75 miles of the facility are accepted at the local rate
• Maximum of 5 days of RTO allowed for this assignment
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Pre-start orientation modules are required and are non-billable; RN modules typically range from 5–8 hours
• Charge nurse experience is preferred

American Traveler Job ID #P-736312. 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 - 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.