Travel Contract

PACU RN
New Orleans, Louisiana
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

$1,998-2,240/week
Posted 1 hour ago
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PACU

Overview

  • Travel/Contract role in New Orleans, Louisiana
  • 13-week assignment
  • Day shift: 4x10 hours, 5:00–15:30
  • Unit cares for pre/post patients undergoing cardiac procedures
  • Special procedures include LHC, RHC, TAVR, ablations, TEE, cardioversion, loop recorders, pacemakers, and vascular procedures
  • Special equipment includes vein finder and bladder scanner
  • Scrubs: royal blue or white

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Louisiana
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Pre/Post Cath Lab (2 years of experience)
  • Pre/Post Cath Lab experience within the last year
  • One completed travel assignment
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • NIHSS
  • PACU - Post Anesthesia Care experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in PACU or Pre/Post Op experience

Additional Assignment Expectations

  • Must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
  • May be assigned to an Emergency Team during an emergency event and expected to remain at the facility or serve on the relief team as directed by the unit manager

Facility

Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

3.9rating(173 reviews)

8 nurses recommend working with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

Beverly G
Beverly G
OR Circulate (RN)
Contract Position Apr '26
3.0rating

Pros

Lots of employees available to help

Cons

Management

Review of Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans on Sep 24, 2026
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  • Childrens
  • 922 beds
ADDRESS1514 Jefferson HighwayNew Orleans, LA 70121
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About New Orleans, LA

As a travel nurse in New Orleans, LA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • 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.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 89°F to 92°F, while winter lows range from 45°F to 47°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are readily available in New Orleans, especially in popular areas like the French Quarter and Garden District.
Transportation
  • New Orleans is fairly car-friendly, but public transportation options include buses and streetcars, which are convenient for getting around the city.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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