ICU RN
Alexandria, LA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,701/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job Title
Travel RN – Medical ICU (MICU)
Location
Alexandria, Louisiana
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Full-Time | Days | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | 12-Hour Shifts | Every Other Weekend | Projected Start: July 6, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Provide total patient care in a 26-bed Medical ICU at a 2:1 patient ratio, including management of critically ill and COVID-19 patients
- Operate and monitor advanced equipment including ventilators, Alaris IV pumps, balloon pumps, and ventriculostomy drains
- Perform and assist with unit procedures including intubations, cardioversions, IABP management, CRRT, ventriculostomy drain management, and patient proning
- Document patient care using Meditech EBCD (Evidence Based Clinical Documentation) and utilize iMobile technology
- Conduct hourly rounding, bedside hand-off reporting, and complete care boards during shift transitions using AIDET communication standards
- Float to Medical-Surgical or other Intensive Care Units within the facility as needed per staffing requirements
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum 1 year of ICU experience
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications
- Proficient in ventilator management and critical care drip administration
- Strong assessment skills with working knowledge of cardiac, neurological, and respiratory systems
- Willingness and ability to care for COVID-19 patients, including proper donning and doffing of PPE (masks, face shields, goggles, PAPRs, hoods)
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) certification
- Experience with CRRT and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) management
- Familiarity with Meditech or similar electronic documentation systems
Why Join Us
- Join a nationally recognized ICU unit with a highly tenured, certified nursing staff, self-scheduling options within established guidelines, and access to advanced iMobile technology
- Work within a facility that holds Pathways to Excellence certification, Certified Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center designations, and Level II Trauma Center status while actively pursuing Magnet recognition
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
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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