Travel Contract

ICU RN
New Orleans, Louisiana
Ochsner West Campus

$1,913-2,107/week
Posted 35 minutes ago
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ICU Registered Nurse

Overview

  • Travel/Contract role in New Orleans, Louisiana
  • Day shift: 3x12 hours, 6:45 AM–7:15 PM
  • 36 hours per week
  • Contract length: 12 weeks
  • LTAC setting
  • Backfill role

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Louisiana
  • ICU - Intensive Care Unit (1 year of experience)
  • ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience within the last year
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Experience with TPN
  • Experience with wound care
  • Experience with drain management
  • Experience with foley catheter care
  • Experience with narcotic administration
  • Experience with Epic

Experience / Skills

  • Unit accepts first-time travelers
  • LTAC experience is not required
  • Block scheduling considered
  • Special procedures include TPN, wound care, drain, foley, and narco admin

Additional Assignment Notes

  • May be assigned to an Emergency Team during an emergency event and may be expected to remain at the facility or serve on the relief team until the event passes

About New Orleans, LA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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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