Travel SICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU
- Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in New Orleans, Louisiana.

• Specialty:
  SICU
  - Surgical Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU position requiring 2+ years of SICU experience and an active compact or LA RN license.

• Surgical Intensive Care Unit setting at a medical center
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-07:15)
• 13-week assignment
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Every other weekend required
• Floating potentially to other ICUs and step-down units
• No call-in required
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active RN license (Compact or LA) required in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of Surgical ICU experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required; unit will not accept first-time travelers
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring including CVP and CRRT required
• Experience required in cardiac monitoring, post cardiac surgery care, pre/post cardiac cath intervention, chest tube insertion/removal, and care of ventilated patients
• IV therapy experience required including blood product administration, central line management, and PICC line management
• Drip titration experience required
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Current NURSYS report required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care for high-acuity surgical ICU patients including post cardiac surgery and pre/post cardiac cath intervention cases
• Experience with liver, kidney, pancreas, heart, or lung transplant recovery is a plus but not required
• LVAD/RVAD experience is a plus
• May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergencies, which could require remaining onsite until the event concludes or serving on a relief team
• Must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Orientation held 5 days a week
• Must reside more than 65 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Candidates who previously worked as permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have been separated from the health system for at least 1 full year before returning as a traveler
• RTO must be disclosed on profile and discussed during interview to avoid offer rescission
• Two manager or supervisor references required prior to starting contract (charge RN references not accepted)

American Traveler Job  #P-746367. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Surgical 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.