ER RN in Lake Charles, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Lake Charles, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,925/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.47
- Weekly
- $1,925
- Yearly (full-time)
- $100,100
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.47/hour — 39% 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, 7 of them in Lake Charles.
- Pay in these listings: $38.92 – $87.58/hour, median $53.53/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Louisiana: $38.57/hour ($80,226/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($59.48/hour across 83 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel assignment is for an experienced Emergency Department registered nurse supporting 12-hour evening or overnight shifts. The schedule includes three shifts per week from 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., giving you the opportunity to care for a broad range of emergency patients in a trauma-center setting. Candidates should have recent EPIC experience, at least two years of emergency department experience, and a completed travel nursing contract. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI. NRP and ENPC are helpful additions.
Weather:
Lake Charles generally offers mild, comfortable conditions around this time of year, with warm afternoons, cooler evenings, and occasional rainfall. The weather is often suitable for enjoying outdoor activities between shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
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Outdoor recreation: Explore local parks, walking paths, and waterfront areas.
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Local culture: Visit area museums, galleries, and community attractions.
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Food and entertainment: Sample local restaurants and enjoy live performances or seasonal events.
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Day trip: Take a scenic drive to explore nearby Louisiana communities and regional attractions.
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Day trip: Plan an outdoor excursion to a nearby park, nature area, or coastal destination.
Job Specifics:
Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana
Shift: 12-hour mids, 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., three shifts per week
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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