Telemetry RN in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,809/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $50.25
- Weekly
- $1,809
- Yearly (full-time)
- $94,068
- Contract length
- 8 weeks
This job pays about $50.25/hour — 30% 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
- 219 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana from 6 agencies, 21 of them in New Orleans.
- Pay in these listings: $38.92 – $87.58/hour, median $54.60/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 21 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Support medical-surgical and telemetry units as a float Registered Nurse on an 8-week travel assignment in New Orleans. You will provide direct patient care across assigned units while adapting to changing census and staffing needs. The schedule consists of three 12-hour night shifts each week, running from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. This role requires at least one year of experience, Epic experience, and BLS certification; ACLS and CPI are preferred. Pack your favorite coffee mug—night shifts are ready for you.
Weather:
New Orleans typically offers warm, humid weather around this time of year, with comfortable evenings, mild breezes, and occasional rain. Light layers and an umbrella can help you stay comfortable while exploring the city.
Fun Things To Do:
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French Quarter: Explore Jackson Square, Royal Street, and the neighborhood’s distinctive architecture.
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Garden District: Walk beneath oak trees and admire historic homes along Magazine Street.
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City Park: Visit the New Orleans Museum of Art, stroll through the gardens, or enjoy the park’s scenic paths.
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Day Trip: Visit Baton Rouge for museums, riverfront views, and Louisiana history.
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Day Trip: Spend a day along the Gulf Coast in Mississippi for beaches, seafood, and waterfront scenery.
Job Specifics:
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Shift: 12-hour nights, three shifts per week, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
Duration: 8 weeks, 36 hours per week
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