Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,127 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Metairie, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/11/2026
• 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: Aug 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ICU position requiring Impella and CRRT/NxStage experience, Epic proficiency, and night shift availability.

Details

• Hospital ICU setting with potential float to other ICUs, ED, or PACU to care for ICU-level patients, and occasional float to MS/PCU units
• Standard patient ratio is 1:2, which may flex to 1:3 in the ICU, and 1:4 when floating to MS/PCU
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week schedule
• No on-call requirements
• Floating is required to all ICUs and may include the ED or PACU; occasional float to MS/PCU
• Epic EMR experience required
• Equipment includes Alaris IV Pumps, CADD PCA Pumps, Servo I Ventilators, Fresenius CRRT Dialysis Machines, Edwards Lifesciences Cardiac Monitors, Medtronic EVD Management Systems, Arctic Sun TMS, GE Monitors, Hill-Rom Beds, Pyxis Medication Station, and Veratron Bladder Scanner

Requirements

• Active LA RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, CPI, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Hands-on experience with Impella is required
• Hands-on experience with CRRT/NxStage is required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must know personal N95 mask size prior to start
• A supervisor reference dated within the last 12 months is required for consideration
• A copy of a valid Driver's License is required for consideration
• Any employment gaps of more than 30 days must be listed and explained

Additional Information

• Nurses are responsible for all lab draws, EKGs, and line starts
• CPI certification can be obtained at the facility for a $100 fee
• All nurses are expected to care for isolation patients, including potential COVID-19 cases
• RTO is limited to 5 days for the duration of the contract
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate
• Any former permanent employee of an LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year to be eligible for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-728431. 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.