Travel ICU Registered Nurse
Listed on 2026-02-11
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Nursing
ICU Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Metairie, Louisiana.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty:
ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
03/10/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 36 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, days - Employment Type:
Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN with Epic documentation experience and strong knowledge of Impella and NxStage devices.
Responsibilities- Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting
- Day shift schedule: 3x12 hour shifts, 7:00-19:30
- Care for critically ill adult patients, including those with advanced cardiac and renal support devices
- Nursing patient ratios are typically 1:2, occasionally flexing up to 1:3
- Floating required to all ICUs and may include ED, PACU, or occasionally MS/PCU units with higher ratios
- Weekend requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
- No call required
- Uses Epic electronic medical record system
- Nurses use equipment including Alaris IV Pumps, CADD PCA pumps, Servo I ventilators, Fresenius CRRT, Edwards Lifesciences monitors, Medtronic EVD systems, Arctic Sun, GE Monitors, Hill Rom beds, Pyxis, and Veratron bladder scanners
- Responsibilities include critical care procedures and management of complex medical devices
- Team structure provides support but independent skills are required
- Returning permanent employees must have been gone for at least 1 year to be eligible
- Maximum of 5 days of requested time off during the assignment
- Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius
- Active LA or compact RN license required
- Minimum of 2 years recent ICU RN experience
- Experience with Epic charting required
- ACLS, BLS, CPI, and NIH certifications required (CPI can be obtained onsite)
- Experience with Impella and NxStage equipment strongly preferred
- Must be able to perform all lab sticks, EKGs, and line starts
- Must be able to care for COVID-19 and other isolation patients
- Must know personal N95 mask size
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job #P-670465. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - ICU
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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