Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Alexandria, LA
IMCS GROUP
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,124/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

6% higher than average Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Nurse pay in Louisiana

Estimated total pay

$2,124/week

Estimated taxable pay
$878/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,246/week

Description

Provide direct nursing care to patients with acute and chronic medical conditions on med-surg and telemetry units.
Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry, interpret rhythm changes, and escalate abnormalities per protocol.
Assess patients, record vital signs, and evaluate responses to treatments and medications.
Administer medications (oral, IV, IV push), IV therapies, and blood products safely and precisely.
Manage wound care, drains, dressings, and other routine clinical procedures.
Perform and interpret bedside diagnostics (pulse ox, ABG collection when authorized, glucose checks) and assist with PFTs or EKGs as needed.
Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the EMR (e.g., Epic, Cerner).
Collaborate with physicians, case managers, PT/OT, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust care plans.
Respond to rapid responses and emergencies (code team support, airway assistance, ACLS support) as required.
Provide patient/family education on disease process, meds, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Maintain infection control, safety protocols, and unit-specific policies to ensure high quality care.

Employer

IMCS GROUP

3.1rating(15 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with IMCS GROUP

5.0rating

Pros

This registry is amazing!! Ashwin Patel my recruiter is patient,kind and understanding. Good company to work for

Cons

None

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Review of IMCS GROUP on Nov 19, 2025

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About Alexandria, LA

As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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