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11 Louisiana Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) Jobs

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    Covington, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    Nov 23 (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
    1 day ago
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    Metairie, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
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    Covington, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    Nov 16 (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
    1 day ago
  • $1,897/wk
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    Alexandria, LA
    Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
  • $1,779/wk
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    Lafayette, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Day · 3x12
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    Lafayette, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    Nov 02 (13 wks) · Day · 3x12
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    Shreveport, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    Nov 09 (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
    2 hours ago
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    Monroe, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
  • $1,779/wk
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    Lafayette, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
  • $1,779/wk
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    Shreveport, LA
    Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
    RN
    Nov 09 (13 wks) · Day · 3x12
    2 hours ago
  • Day 1 benefits: healthcare & 401k
    DAY 1 BENEFITSHealthcare & 401k
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    Covington, LA
    Night
    3 shifts x 12 hours
    Start November 23rd · 13 wks

    Contract Details

    Job TypeTravel
    Nurse/Patient1/2-3
    Contract Date11/23/2026 - 02/22/2027
    Radius RulesCandidates must live at least 75 miles away from this facility in order to be considered a traveler when applying for this role.

    Travel Pay Breakdown

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    Stipends
    Rate Breakdown
    Standard
    Overtime
    Lodging
    Meals & Incidents
    Total$1,975/wk
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    Benefits

    Health
    HealthDay 1
    Dental
    DentalDay 1
    Vision
    VisionDay 1
    401k
    401k(opt in)

    Additional Information

    You must be able to complete labs within 48 hours of signing.

    Required Skills/Experience:
    Must have delivery attendance experience.
    An experienced level III NICU nurse is required.
    Neonatal IV placement is required.
    Drawing neonatal labs is required.
    Management of ventilators and central lines is required.
    Medication administration via IV, IM, SQ, ETT, OGT, NGT, oral, rectal, and topical routes, including eye drops or ointment, is required.
    Blood administration is required.

    Preferred Skills/Experience:
    Previous Charge Experience: Preferred
    Teaching hospital experience is preferred.
    Community hospital experience is preferred.

    Unit Details:
    Neonatal patient population.
    NICU ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3.
    The role includes attending vaginal and cesarean deliveries, assisting with newborn transition, admitting and discharging NICU neonates, admitting newborns to NOU, discharging NOU newborns home, coordinating care with the patient care team, educating and updating parents, and assisting new mothers with breastfeeding.
    Unit procedures include assisting with chest tube insertion; assisting with PICC, UAC, and UVC placement; assisting with x-rays; CBGs and ABGs; ultrasounds; echocardiograms; EEGs; intubation; oxygen administration; nitric oxide administration; and exchange transfusions.
    Equipment includes cardiac/respiratory monitors, pulse oximeters, ventilators, HFNC, CPAP, radiant heat warmers, isolettes, bili-meters, phototherapy, and IV pumps.
    Documentation uses GE-CPN in NOU.

    Shift & Scheduling:
    Self-scheduling is available.
    Weekend coverage is required every other weekend.
    Holiday coverage is required for at least 1 major and 1 minor holiday.
    Full-time scheduling requires 2 major and 1 minor holiday; PRN scheduling requires 1 major and 1 minor holiday.

    Floating Requirements:
    You must be willing to float, work weekends, and generally just be very flexible.
    May float to NOU with 1:4-6 ratios and is expected to float to the normal newborn nursery.
    NICU and NOU nurses may be asked to task in other departments, with priority for the third floor.

    Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.

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    Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Travel Job Responsibilities

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    Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) Travel Nurse Jobs in Louisiana

    Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) travel jobs offer highly rewarding opportunities for nursing and allied health professionals to provide critical care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. Working in the PICU requires specialized skills, knowledge, and the ability to handle high acuity cases in a fast-paced and challenging environment. PICU healthcare professionals collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care in a fast-paced environment. If you are a registered nurse or allied health professional seeking to make a significant impact on the lives of young patients in critical conditions, explore our PICU travel positions today!