Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Alexandria, LA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,310/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
An ICU Registered Nurse (RN) is sought for a position in a mixed cardiac and medical intensive care unit located in Alexandria, Louisiana. The role involves providing high-quality critical care to patients with conditions such as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), acute respiratory failure, myocardial infarctions (MIs), coronary artery bypass grafts (CABGs), and ventilator management. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of orientation.
Job Details:
- Location: Alexandria, LA
- Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM 7:00 PM, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred; BLS certification from AHA required; ACLS certification from AHA required; RN License in state of employment or compact; 0 years experience required, with 1 year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred; current ACLS certification and BLS certification required.
- Certifications: BLS from AHA required; ACLS from AHA required.
- Experience: 1 year of experience in a critical care setting preferred, but new graduates will be considered.
- Shift: 7AM 7PM, full-time position
- Additional Information:
- Weekend requirement: every other weekend
- On-call requirement: none
- Floating requirement: no floating
- Nurse/patient ratio: 2:1 for ICU patients and 4:1 for IMCU patients in the ICU
- Position is vacant, created due to a staffing need
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Alexandria, LA
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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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