SICU RN
Alexandria, LA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,944/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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 – Surgical ICU (SICU)
Location
Alexandria, LA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Expected 48 hours/week
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a 9-bed Surgical ICU setting with a standard patient ratio of 2:1 (may increase to 3:1 based on unit needs)
- Operate and monitor advanced equipment including bedside monitoring, IABP, CRRT, and Impella devices
- Perform and assist with procedures including central line insertion and care and chest tube insertion and care
- Document patient care accurately using Meditech EMR
- Float to MICU, telemetry, and med-surg units as needed
- Collaborate with charge RNs, unit secretaries, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license valid in Louisiana or compact state eligibility
- Minimum 1 year of ICU experience
- Proficiency with bedside monitoring and critical care equipment
- Ability to work night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Cardiac ICU experience
- Surgical ICU experience
- Experience with IABP, CRRT, or Impella devices
- Familiarity with Meditech EMR
Why Join Us
- Work in a collaborative, team-oriented Surgical ICU environment with no on-call requirements
- Gain valuable experience with advanced critical care technology in a fast-paced acute care setting
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 Surgical ICU 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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