LTAC Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Jefferson, Louisiana
Ochsner West Campus

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 18:45 - 7:15)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• May be assigned to an Emergency Team during events, requiring staying at the facility until the event passes or serving as part of a relief team.
• Unit accepts first-time travelers.
• Patient ratio experience expected: 1:5 or 1:6.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system required.
• LTAC experience is not required.
• Block scheduling may be considered.
• Special procedures include: TPN, wound care, drain care, Foley catheter care, and narcotic administration.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana.
• Minimum of one year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.
• Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) experience.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start, indicating good physical health.
• Fit mask testing (N95 or equivalent) within one year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed.
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months; if positive, additional documentation required.
• Immunity or vaccination documentation for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Tdap vaccination required for certain units (ED, Pediatrics, Mother/Baby, NICU).
• Seasonal flu vaccination, medical exemption, or religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31).

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be comfortable with emergency event assignments as directed by unit management.
• Prior travel experience is not required.
• Must be able to perform special nursing procedures listed.
• Background and health documentation must be current and compliant with facility requirements.
• Photo for badge must be a recent, full-color, passport-style photo without obstructions or filters, uploaded within 24 hours of booking.

This position offers a night shift schedule with a 36-hour workweek over three 12-hour shifts, suitable for RNs comfortable with acute care nursing and emergency preparedness.