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

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU

Location: Shreveport, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Assignment may include being part of an "Emergency Team" with expectations to stay onsite during emergency events or serve on relief teams.
• Shift: 18:45 - 07:15
• Patient Census: 10
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Float: Nurses may be floated to other ICUs if Neuro ICU is overstaffed or other units are critically understaffed.
• Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
• Scrub Color: Royal blue

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU
• Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years
• First-time travelers are accepted (no prior travel experience required)

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or RQI accepted
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or RQI accepted
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - Must be updated annually; can be completed onsite during orientation week
• Epic experience required
• Preferred: NIHSS certification

Licensure

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

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year Criminal Background Check within 90 days of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Sex Offender Search required within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Education Verification of highest level required (for roles without state license or interim executive roles)
• NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months, updated annually
• Required immunizations or titers:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Tdap vaccine required for select units (ED, Pediatrics, Mother/Baby, NICU)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Apr 30)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start, updated annually

Additional Requirements

• Current/valid Driver’s License or government photo ID (color copy)
• Skills checklist updated annually
• Employment application/resume required with 7 years employment history and explanations for gaps
• Photo for badge: full color, passport-style, taken within last 6 months
• Competency exam specific to specialty, completed within 1 year prior to start, minimum 80% score, updated annually
• Color blind testing (if applicable) updated annually

Notes

• Candidates must be comfortable with emergency team assignments and potential extended onsite stays during emergency events.
• CPI certification can be completed onsite during orientation if not already held.
• Onsite fit testing for masks available if needed.

This position offers a challenging Neuro ICU travel nursing opportunity with a reputable healthcare system in Louisiana, suitable for nurses with at least 2 years of experience and required certifications.