OR RN
Alexandria, LA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,302/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care357 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Operating Room RN for a 13-week travel assignment with on-call responsibilities and a required active LA or compact RN license.
Details
- Surgery/Operating Room department
- 13-week assignment with a projected start date of 11/2/2026
- Day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- On-call responsibilities required
Requirements
- Active RN license (LA state or compact) required
- BLS certification required (AHA or ARC accepted, not expiring within 30 days of start)
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in the OR specialty required
- No gaps in work history of 90+ days within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
- Local candidates will not be considered under any circumstances
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
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
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 Operating Room 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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