Tele RN
Alexandria, LA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,166/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: Oct 5, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a 7P-7A night shift position requiring acute care stroke experience and NIHSS certification.
Details
- 31-bed Med-Surg/Oncology unit within the main tower
- Patient ratios of 6:1
- 12-hour night shifts (7P-7A) with rotating weekends
- Floating required to other Med-Surg and Tele units
- Documentation via Meditech
- Techs available on all shifts with unit secretaries on duty 6am-10pm
Requirements
- Active LA or compact RN license required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIHSS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care experience required
- Experience caring for acute care stroke patients required
- Strong physical assessment, documentation, and critical thinking skills required
- Knowledge of core measures and prevention of HACs/HAIs required
- Chemo experience is a plus
- US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
Additional Information
- Unit recognized as a Unit of Distinction
- Core group of experienced staff on every shift
- Block scheduling available
- Communication via iPhones using the Immobile app
- Computers and scanners available in every patient room
- Required dress code: ceil blue scrubs with white or ceil blue jacket if worn
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility, no local candidates accepted
- No gaps in work history of 90 or more days within the past 12 months
Facility
Rapides Regional Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with Rapides Regional Medical Center

Pros
Excellent team work in the ICU departments
Cons
None
- Short Term Acute Care
- 357 beds
Employer
American Traveler
84 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
I have absolutely nothing negative to say about Ms. Sebrona! She stayed close by and did her very best to get my foot in the door as a first time traveler! I appreciate her so much!!!
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Telemetry 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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