ICU Registered Nurse
Alexandria, LA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,798/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care357 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: May 4, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Surgical ICU (SICU) position working night shifts at a hospital in Alexandria, LA, requiring at least 1 year of recent SICU experience and an active LA or compact RN license.
Details
- Surgical ICU (SICU) setting within a hospital environment
- Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active RN license — Louisiana or Compact license required
- Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience in a surgical ICU or equivalent specialty
- Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted)
- Current ACLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required for ICU RNs
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
- One professional reference required
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
- Certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start date
Facility
Rapides Regional Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Rapides Regional Medical Center
Pros
Staff nurses very friendly and lots of team work. Very high acuity patients provides good experience.
Cons
HCA facility, lots of ED holds, ICU holds in the department. Facility accepts lots of transfers. Patients in hallway beds due to high volume.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 357 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with 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.
About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:- Below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
- Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- A growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of local restaurants offering southern cuisine, vibrant art scene, live music venues, opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
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