ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Bossier City, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Bossier City, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,668/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $46.33
- Weekly
- $1,668
- Yearly (full-time)
- $86,736
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $46.33/hour — 20% 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, 12 of them in Bossier City.
- 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 for an exciting 13-week travel opportunity as a Registered Nurse in the SICU/ICU in Bossier City, Louisiana. You’ll be working in a 10-bed unit with a focus on complex patient care including respiratory failure, stroke, sepsis, and surgical patients. This role provides a chance to refine your skills in ventilator management, intubation, CVL placement, and stroke care, all while working 12-hour day shifts. Expect to work with a supportive team in a traveler-friendly environment that values professionalism and expertise. This assignment is unique because of its diverse patient types and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment like Meditech Expanse EMR and Alaris IV pumps in a fast-paced setting.
Weather:
Around this time of year, the weather in Bossier City is typically mild with pleasant temperatures, offering comfortable conditions for outdoor activities. Expect warm days with cool evenings, perfect for exploring the local surroundings after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic Downtown Bossier City: Explore vibrant local shops, food spots, and live entertainment.
- Red River Adventure: Enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Red River, taking in picturesque views and wildlife.
- Benton Museum of Art: Visit for inspiring local and regional artworks, perfect for a cultural outing.
- Lakeside Day Trip: Take a short drive to Lake Bistineau for fishing, kayaking, or a relaxing picnic.
- Walnut Hill Plantation: Discover historic plantations nearby, offering a glimpse into local history.
Job Specifics:
Location: Bossier City, LA
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks, working approximately 36 hours per week, including every other weekend rotation. The schedule may vary with 3 or 4 days per week, including holiday coverage. Travel nurses will complete mandatory orientation, including a 2-day hospital X-ray competency exam, prior to starting. The role involves floating to stepdown, stroke, and med-surg units, with a focus on stroke care, ventilator management, and assistive procedures.
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