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 our team as a NICU Registered Nurse on a 13-week night shift contract in Covington, LA. This role offers the opportunity to work in a Level III NICU, providing specialized care for newborns requiring expert attention. You'll be assisting with deliveries—both vaginal and C-section—and supporting the transition of neonates into and out of the NICU, including admitting and discharging patients. This assignment is perfect for experienced NICU nurses with a passion for critical care and a knack for managing complex procedures like ventilator management, central line placement, and blood administration. Expect to collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary team, educate families, and assist with procedures such as PICC line insertions and chest tube placements. The shift is a 12-hour night schedule from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM, providing an immersive experience into neonatal intensive care while maintaining a manageable work-life balance. Please note: only seasoned NICU nurses with at least three years of experience, including delivery attendance, are encouraged to apply, as this role promises both challenge and reward.
Weather:
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Job Specifics:
Location: Covington, LA
Shift: Night, 12 hours (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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