Travel Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse - $1,965 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in New Orleans, Louisiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/13/2026 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: Apr 13, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Cardiac ICU position at a heart transplant center, requiring ACLS and Epic experience with night shift availability. Details High-acuity cardiac ICU within a heart transplant center focused on cardiology critical care Patient diagnoses include cardiogenic shock, decompensated heart failure, STEMI/NSTEMI, post cardiac arrest, TAVR, pulmonary hypertension, and pulmonary embolism Specialized procedures include pericardial drains/windows, targeted temperature management, and pacemaker placement Special equipment includes PA catheters, IABP, Impella, transvenous pacemakers, CRRT, EKOS catheters, and CADD pumps for Remodulin infusion Patient ratio is 1:2 Floating is required to other ICUs and SDUs Epic EMR experience is required Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15), with the occasional opportunity to pick up a 4th shift Block scheduling requests are not accommodated Requirements Active Louisiana or Compact RN license currently in hand Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Experience with high-acuity cardiac critical care patients and the specialized procedures and equipment used in this unit Epic EMR experience required Must reside 65 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position Additional Information First-time travelers may be considered depending on experience level All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed and discussed during the interview process Upon accepting an assignment, the unit manager may assign you to an Emergency Team, which may require staying at the facility through an emergency event or serving on a relief team — candidates uncomfortable with this expectation should not apply American Traveler Job ID P-686944. 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 About American Traveler 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.