OR RN in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,353/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $65.36
- Weekly
- $2,353
- Yearly (full-time)
- $122,356
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $65.36/hour — 69% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana ($38.57/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana right now
- 215 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana from 6 agencies, 14 of them in New Orleans.
- Pay in these listings: $42.58 – $87.58/hour, median $52.82/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Louisiana: $38.57/hour ($80,226/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Health Advocates Network ($68.05/hour across 23 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as an Operating Room Registered Nurse in New Orleans. This role is designed for an experienced surgical RN with at least three years of neuro surgery and orthopedic spine experience, including craniotomies. Experience with general, ENT, and robotic procedures is a plus. The unit does not accept first-time travelers, and neuro call is required.
The schedule consists of three 12-hour day shifts each week. Travelers must be willing to work two of four designated holiday periods—Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s—based on departmental needs and staff rotation. During an emergency event, the unit manager may assign travelers to an Emergency Team or relief team, with an expectation to remain at the facility until the event has passed or relief coverage is arranged.
Weather
New Orleans typically offers mild to warm conditions around this time of year, with comfortable opportunities for outdoor activities, occasional humidity, and the possibility of passing rain showers.
Fun Things To Do
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French Quarter: Explore historic architecture, local restaurants, cafés, and live music along Bourbon Street and nearby neighborhoods.
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Garden District: Stroll past grand homes, lush gardens, and distinctive historic streets.
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Bayou Day Trip: Take a guided swamp excursion to see wetlands, wildlife, and scenic waterways outside the city.
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Gulf Coast Day Trip: Visit nearby coastal communities for beaches, seafood, and waterfront activities.
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New Orleans City Park: Enjoy walking paths, gardens, museums, and outdoor recreation in one of the city’s largest green spaces.
Job Specifics
City and State: New Orleans, Louisiana
Shift: 12-hour days, 8:30 AM–9:00 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
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