41101 - Travel: RN - Critical Care - DAYS

Join a dedicated team at a busy, reputable ICU handling a diverse patient population, including cases like DKA, respiratory failure, MIs, CABGs, and ventilated patients. This role offers a full-time schedule with guaranteed hours, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while enjoying the benefits of a supportive team environment.

Travel RN - Critical Care in Alexandria, LA | 12-Hour Days

Are you an experienced critical care nurse seeking an engaging travel opportunity? Join a leading facility in Alexandria, LA, offering a competitive hourly rate of $62.31, flexible start dates, and a dynamic work environment. Enjoy a manageable schedule with consistent shifts, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in acute patient care.
Quick Facts

• Location: Alexandria, LA
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• End Date: 11/01/2026
• Shift: 07:00 AM – 07:00 PM (Days)
• Hours/Week: 36 or 48 hours (guaranteed shifts)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• License/Certs: BLS, ACLS, RN License in state or compact
• Experience: 1+ year in critical care preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $62.31
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • 24/7 dedicated support team
  • Paid sick time per applicable laws
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You’ll Do

• Provide complex and routine critical care for patients in a mixed cardiac and medical ICU
• Administer medications including vasoactive drugs like Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps, Impellas, and CRRT therapy
• Monitor patient vitals, responses to treatments, and manage ventilated patients
• Document patient history, medications, and care activities accurately
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families about treatments and recovery processes
• Ensure compliance with facility protocols and safety standards

What You Need
Required:

• RN license in Louisiana or valid compact license
• BLS and ACLS certification from AHA
• At least 1 year of critical care experience (or new graduate with relevant training)

Preferred:

• Experience with intra-aortic balloon pumps, Impellas, post-op cardiovascular surgeries, and CRRT
• Strong assessment and clinical judgment skills
• Ability to work independently and handle complex patient needs

About the Assignment
Join a dedicated team at a busy, reputable ICU handling a diverse patient population, including cases like DKA, respiratory failure, MIs, CABGs, and ventilated patients. This role offers a full-time schedule with guaranteed hours, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while enjoying the benefits of a supportive team environment.

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