ICU Registered Nurse
Shreveport, Louisiana
Ochsner LSU Health - Academic Medical Center

Travel Registered Nurse (ICU) - Shreveport, Louisiana

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (ICU)
• Location: Shreveport, Louisiana
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 1845 - 0715
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Average Daily Census: 10
• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
• Float: May be floated to other ICUs (e.g., Neuro ICU) if needed

Job Description Highlights

• Upon starting, you may be assigned to an "Emergency Team" with expectations to stay onsite during emergency events or be part of relief teams.
• Must be comfortable with emergency event assignments as directed by unit management.
• Float assignments limited to other ICU units only.

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience.
• Unit accepts first-time travelers (no prior travel experience required).

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted; renewal required if expiring within 30 days of start.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted; renewal required if expiring within 30 days of start.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – Required; must be updated annually. Can be completed onsite during orientation week.
• Preferred: NIHSS certification
• Epic experience required.

Required Licenses

• Active Louisiana RN license or Compact RN license required upon submission.
• License must be current or in the process of renewal if expiring within 30 days of start.

Additional Requirements

• Current/valid Driver’s License or government photo ID (color copy).
• Background checks including 7-year criminal background, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, Sex Offender Search, and Education Verification as applicable.
• Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months.
  • Tdap vaccine (required for select units).
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity verification.
  • Hepatitis B immunity or vaccination.
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season.
• Photo for badge (passport-style, recent, plain background).
• Skills checklist and competency exam specific to specialty, updated annually.
• Employment application and skills checklist required.
• COVID-19 medical or religious exemption forms if applicable.

Important Notes

• Must be willing to participate in emergency preparedness and response as assigned.
• Float assignments limited to ICU units only.
• CPI certification can be completed onsite during orientation if not current.
• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.

This position is ideal for ICU RNs with at least 2 years of experience who are comfortable working in a fast-paced critical care environment and are open to emergency event assignments.