TRAVEL - RN - ICU - Day Shift

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: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview
Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
Length: 8 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU (SICU) position requiring transplant experience, a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience, and a valid LA or Compact RN license.
Details
High-acuity SICU setting within a large academic medical center
Patient ratio of 1:2
Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
Floating required to other ICUs and Step-Down Units (SDUs)
Patient population includes general post-op surgical recovery, transplant recovery (liver, heart, lung, kidney, pancreas), and post-cardiac surgery patients
Procedures and therapies include management of PA catheters, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), and Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT/CVVHD)
Epic EMR experience required
Block scheduling requests are not accepted
Requirements

• Active LA or Compact RN license required and must be in hand at time of consideration
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of SICU or equivalent specialty experience required
• Transplant experience (liver, heart, lung, kidney, and/or pancreas) is a hard requirement — candidates without this will not be considered
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• PA catheter and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) experience preferred
• Experience with ventilator management, arterial lines, central lines, cardiac drips, and vasoactive drips required
• CRRT/CVVHD experience required
• Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility (based on address on driver's license) — local candidates are not accepted
• 2 Manager/Supervisor references will be required prior to contract start (Charge RN references are not acceptable)
• NURSYS report required

Additional Information
Responsibilities include post-op surgical and transplant recovery care, management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
Upon accepting an assignment, candidates may be designated to an Emergency Team and expected to remain at the facility or serve on a relief team during emergency events
Candidates who are not comfortable with emergency event expectations should not apply for this role
Candidates who previously worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have been separated from the Ochsner Health System for at least 1 full year before being eligible to return as a travel nurse
Orientation is held 5 days a week; required modules are completed during orientation hours
Any requested time off (RTO) must be discussed during the interview — failure to do so may result in a rescinded offer
All certifications must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
American Traveler Job ID #P-736350. 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.