Stepdown RN
New Orleans, LA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,462/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingFloat
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Stepdown Nurse, Definitive Observation Unit Nurse, Intermediate Care Nurse, Progressive Care Nurse, Surgical Stepdown Nurse or Float Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse – Step Down
Overview
- Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45 to 07:15)
- Hours: 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week
Role Details
- Unit: Step Down
- Patient diagnoses: Pre-liver transplant; acute/chronic liver failure; end-stage renal disease; diabetic ketoacidosis; sepsis; acute/chronic respiratory failure; heart failure
- Special procedures/unit details: Hospice care; immunoglobulin therapy
- Float requirement: Yes
- Traveler restriction: Does not accept first-time travelers
- Emergency team: May be assigned to an emergency team, which may require staying at the facility until the event passes or serving on the relief team. Must report as assigned if an emergency occurs.
- Holiday availability: Must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's). Halloween is not a paid holiday, but some units may require coverage.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Louisiana
- Stepdown experience (2 years)
- Stepdown experience within the last year
- One completed travel assignment
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
- BLS issued by the American Heart Association
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Experience with Epic
Employer
Access Healthcare
1 nurse recommends working with Access Healthcare
Pros
Marigold is polite and professional. She goes above and beyond to ensure the contractor is well informed and has everything needed to be successful. She helped me with onboarding and getting used to the timesheet app and she answers my texts promptly, even after hours. She is a great recruiter liason. Gladys was a super helpful with onboarding and Denise will hook you up with benefits with no trouble at all. Great team to work with.
Cons
Onboarding is somewhat tedious, but they do dot every "i" and cross every T.
Recommends working with Access Healthcare
8 nurses found this helpful
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About New Orleans, LA
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in New Orleans, LA here's what you should know:- New Orleans' cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match the lower cost of living, but the overall affordability is favorable for many.
- Average summer highs range from 89°F to 92°F, while winter lows range from 45°F to 47°F.
- Short term rentals are readily available in New Orleans, especially in popular areas like the French Quarter and Garden District.
- New Orleans is fairly car-friendly, but public transportation options include buses and streetcars, which are convenient for getting around the city.
- New Orleans is a diverse city with a mix of African, French, and American influences.
- The age range is varied, and common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's vibrant healthcare industry.
- New Orleans is known for its vibrant restaurant scene, live music, and rich cultural heritage.
- Visitors can enjoy iconic foods like gumbo and po'boys, explore art galleries and live music venues, and participate in outdoor activities along the Mississippi River.
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