NICU RN in Covington, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Covington, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,925/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 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
- 221 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Louisiana from 6 agencies, 2 of them in Covington.
- Pay in these listings: $42.58 – $87.58/hour, median $53.50/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 22 jobs).
Job description
Join us as a NICU Registered Nurse on a 13-week night shift assignment in Covington, Louisiana. This role offers the chance to care for critically ill newborns in a specialized Level III NICU, where you'll assist with deliveries, including cesarean sections and vaginal births, and support the transition of newborns from delivery to NICU or nursery. You’ll also be involved in procedures like placing IVs in neonates, drawing labs, managing ventilators and central lines, and administering medications. The perfect candidate enjoys the challenge of managing complex neonatal cases and has a knack for compassionate, empathetic care. Self-scheduling allows you flexibility, but you'll be expected to work every other weekend and holiday, contributing to a dedicated team that values expertise and dedication.
Weather:
Expect generally warm and humid weather around this time, with pleasant evenings. Louisiana's climate allows for outdoor activities, with mild temperatures making it ideal to explore and enjoy the local scenery.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historical Tours of Covington's Old Town
- Kayaking along the Bogue Falaya River
- Exploring Honey Island Swamp with a guided boat tour
- Day trip to New Orleans for jazz and culinary delights
- Visiting Fontainebleau State Park for hiking and picnicking
Job Specifics:
Location: Covington, Louisiana
Shift: Night, 12 hours (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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