Stepdown RN in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,218/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $61.61
- Weekly
- $2,218
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,336
This job pays about $61.61/hour — 60% 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
- 214 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana from 6 agencies, 19 of them in New Orleans.
- 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 ($59.71/hour across 83 jobs).
Job description
Join a 13-week travel assignment as a step-down Registered Nurse in New Orleans. You will care for patients managing complex conditions such as liver failure, end-stage renal disease, diabetic ketoacidosis, sepsis, respiratory failure, and heart failure. The role includes night shifts, Epic documentation, floating as needed, hospice care, and immunoglobulin therapy. Travelers should be prepared to support emergency response assignments and work two of four designated holiday periods based on unit needs. This opportunity is designed for experienced travelers and requires BCLS and ACLS certifications.
Weather:
New Orleans typically offers mild, comfortable weather during this time of year, with pleasant daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the city outdoors. Occasional rain showers are possible, so a light jacket and umbrella may be useful.
Fun Things To Do:
• French Quarter: Explore historic architecture, local restaurants, live music, and colorful street scenes.
• Garden District: Stroll past grand homes, leafy streets, and distinctive New Orleans landmarks.
• City Park: Spend an afternoon among gardens, museums, walking paths, and scenic green spaces.
• Day Trip—Baton Rouge: Visit Louisiana’s capital for museums, riverfront views, and local dining.
• Day Trip—Mississippi Gulf Coast: Enjoy beaches, waterfront attractions, and coastal restaurants.
Job Specifics:
City/State: New Orleans, Louisiana
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:45 PM–7:15 AM, three shifts per week
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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