NICU RN in Shreveport, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Shreveport, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,236/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.11
- Weekly
- $2,236
- Yearly (full-time)
- $116,272
This job pays about $62.11/hour — 61% 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
- 228 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana from 6 agencies, 29 of them in Shreveport.
- Pay in these listings: $30.82 – $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 ($58.38/hour across 90 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Join a Level III neonatal intensive care team in Shreveport as a travel neonatal nurse caring for pre-term infants and surgical NICU patients. This assignment offers 12-hour night shifts, bedside telemetry monitoring, 24/7 nurse practitioner support, and no floating to other units. You will care for up to two babies based on acuity while working with respiratory therapy and an experienced NICU team. First-time travelers are welcome, provided they have at least one year of experience and Level III NICU experience or higher. Every other weekend rotation and limited call are part of the schedule, giving you a focused opportunity to make a difference during the quiet hours when tiny patients need expert attention most.
Weather:
Shreveport typically offers comfortable days, cooler evenings, and a pleasant mix of sunshine and occasional rain around this time of year. The mild conditions make it easy to enjoy outdoor activities and explore the area between shifts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Riverfront Visit: Explore the Red River waterfront and enjoy scenic views near downtown.
- Museum Day: Visit the Louisiana State Exhibit Museum for regional history, art, and culture.
- Science and Aquarium Adventure: Spend an afternoon at Sci-Port Discovery Center and the Shreveport Aquarium.
- Day Trip to Natchitoches: Tour the historic district, browse local shops, and stroll along the Cane River waterfront.
- Day Trip to Jefferson: Discover historic architecture, antique shops, and river-town character in Jefferson.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Shreveport, Louisiana
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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