Travel Contract

ICU RN
Alexandria, LA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$1,653/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,653/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
401k retirement plan
Life insurance

Qualifications

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Profile

Resume

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other

1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years

Other qualifications

License

Louisiana Nursing License

Description

ICU Registered Nurse

Overview

Travel assignment in Alexandria, Louisiana
36 hours per week
13-week contract
Must live more than 50 miles from the facility

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Louisiana
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit (1 year of experience)
MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit experience within the last year
ACLS
BLS

Unit Details

Medical ICU with 26 beds
Typical patient ratio is 2:1
12-hour shifts from 7:00 to 7:00
Every other weekend required
Holiday coverage required
Floating may be required to other medical-surgical units, with priority to intensive care units

Clinical Focus

Cares for ICU patients, including COVID-19 patients
Advanced skills needed in ventilator management, critical care drips, and thorough assessment of cardiac, neuro, and respiratory systems
Common procedures include intubations, cardioversions, ventriculostomy drain placement and management, IABP management, CRRT, and proning

Additional Notes

TNCC is a plus
Uses Meditech for documentation
Self-scheduling is available within unit guidelines

Employer

Travel Nurses, Inc.

4.4rating(19 reviews)

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Fantastic!

Marissa was great to work with and I look forward to working with her again on my next search

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About

Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.

At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.

We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.

Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.

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Travel jobs$458–5,599/week

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About Alexandria, LA

As a Travel Medical Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Alexandria, LA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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

Weather

Summer average high of 93°F and low of 72°F.
Winter average high of 60°F and low of 40°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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