Travel Contract

Pediatrics RN
Shreveport, LA
NURSE's Etc. Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,275/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks
Facility Information
1:5 Patient ratioShort Term Acute Care
Setting
Hospital

Pay

13% higher than average Registered Nurse / Pediatric Nurse pay in Louisiana

Estimated total pay

$2,275/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,008/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,267/week

Description

Must live 65+ miles from facility.
Must not have been employed by any Ochsner facility within the past year.
12 hr days 0645-1915
EducationRequired - Registered Nurse DiplomaPreferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Experience Required – Two years of relevant and recent nursing experience in Peds/PICU.Preferred – Three years of relevant and recent nursing experience in Peds/PICU.
Must be willing to train and float to NICU as needed.
Certifications Required - Current RN License in the state of practiceCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart AssociationCurrent Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart AssociationCurrent CPI Certification from the Crisis Prevention Institute - 12 monthPreferred - Certification in clinical specialty area

NURSE's Etc. Staffing Job ID #538508. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Facility

Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St Mary Medical Center

3.8rating(26 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St Mary Medical Center

Anonymous

Surgical Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

3.0rating

Pros

You'll definitely get a check

Cons

Not travel friendly at all. Management is very unprofessional. Travelers are treated like outsiders and it's very obvious.

Review of Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport - St Mary Medical Center on Sep 20, 2026

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1:5 Patient ratioVerified by 22 Vivian users
Short Term Acute Care

Employer

NURSE's Etc. Staffing

Response timewithin an hour

Travel jobs$2,038–3,500/week

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About Shreveport, LA

As a Travel Pediatric Nurse in Shreveport, LA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs of 92°F and lows of 72°F, winter average highs of 58°F and lows of 37°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in proximity to the casinos and downtown area.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with ample parking.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of ages.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of pine forests.
Shreveport has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants with regional and international cuisines, art galleries, museums, and outdoor activities such as boating, tubing, and fishing on the Red River.
The city also offers cultural experiences with music and art, and is known for its gaming and casinos.

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