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Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
New Orleans, Louisiana
LCMC Health Touro Infirmary

$1,847-1,996/week

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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Rehab (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with experience in rehabilitation nursing to support patient care in general rehab, stroke rehab, spinal cord rehab, and brain injury rehab.

Requirements

Specialty: Registered Nurse (Rehab)
Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years required
Prior Travel Experience: Not a first-time traveler; prior travel experience required
Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) required
- Epic experience required
Patient Ratio: 1:5
Work Schedule:
- Weekend shifts required
- Float requirement applies
- No call required
Scrubs: Royal Blue

Patient Diagnoses

General Rehabilitation
Stroke Rehabilitation
Spinal Cord Rehabilitation
Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Important Notes

Facility requires coverage through Mardi Gras (Feb 13 - Feb 22); minimize time-off requests during this period.

Required Documentation & Compliance

Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
Government-issued photo ID matching candidate documentation
I9 and E-Verify compliance
Drug screening within 30 days of start
Physical exam (within 12 months)
Immunizations and health documents including:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray (recent)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or titers
- Hepatitis B series or declination
- Varicella vaccinations or titer
- Seasonal flu vaccination (required Oct 1 – March 31)
Employment application with 7 years of work history, no gaps over 30 days
Competency exams and annual updates (medication, dysrhythmia/EKG, core competencies)
Facility-specific policies including employee appearance and flu declination forms

Additional Certifications (may be required depending on unit)

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
NIH Stroke Certification
CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Blue Card (may be required onsite)

This position is ideal for experienced rehab nurses with prior travel assignments and proficiency in Epic systems, ready to work in a dynamic rehab environment with a 1:5 patient ratio and weekend/float responsibilities.

About New Orleans, LA

As a Travel Rehabilitation 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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