OR Surgery RN
Lake Charles, LA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,166/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care108 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 1, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Operating Room/Surgery position requiring circulator experience, AHA-issued BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, and a Louisiana or compact RN license.
Details
- Hospital-based OR/Surgery unit
- Patient cases include ENT (pediatric, geriatric, and bariatric), urology, gynecology, general surgery, and smaller orthopedic cases (shoulder, knee, and hip)
- 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Day shift: 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, Monday–Friday, with possible extension to 3:30 PM
- On-call required 1–2 times per week, with potential weekend call
- May occasionally be asked to float to a nearby OR location approximately 5 minutes away
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active Louisiana RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
- Current AHA-issued certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- Minimum 1 year of OR/Surgery nursing experience required
- Circulator experience required
- Must be ready to practice independently from day one
- US Social Security Number required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provides nursing care using the full nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation
- Administers medications and treatments per protocol, monitoring for side effects and treatment effectiveness
- Addresses complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families
- Educates patients, family members, and caregivers and identifies appropriate resources
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates; local candidates are not accepted for this position
- Two professional references required for consideration
- Copies of all certifications must be current and active — expired certifications will result in disqualification
Facility
CHRISTUS Lake Area Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 108 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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Pros
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Cons
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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.
Lake Charles, LA
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