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Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Baton Rouge for RNs

Find Top RN Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top ICU travel nurse jobs in and around Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Baton Rouge’s ICU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for ICU travel jobs in Baton Rouge. The earliest start date in Baton Rouge is Jan 6, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $1,700 per week. The latest start date for an ICU job in Baton Rouge is Jan 13, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $1,641 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in Baton Rouge including 13 weeks.

Baton Rouge is a great location for ICU travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Alexandria, Louisiana – 71301
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 96 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,542 to $1,700
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Alexandria, Louisiana – 71301
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 96 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding ICU unit, based in exciting Alexandria is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. – 300+ bed Level 2 Trauma center & certified Stroke center using Meditech charting – Central LA, about 2 hours each to Baton Rouge & Shreveport
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Alexandria, Louisiana – 71301
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 96 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding ICU unit, based in exciting Alexandria is looking for the right RN to join their team. 300+ bed Level 2 Trauma center & certified Stroke center. Central LA, about 2 hours each to Baton Rouge & Shreveport
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Alexandria, Louisiana – 71301
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 96 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,489 to $1,641
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding ICU unit, based in exciting Alexandria is looking for the right RN to join their team. 300+ bed Level 2 Trauma center & certified Stroke center. Central LA, about 2 hours each to Baton Rouge & Shreveport
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Hattiesburg, Mississippi – 39402
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 128 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,322 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Vicksburg, Mississippi – 39183
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 133 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,322 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
– Intensive Care Unit (ICU) RN needed for 360 bed facility in central MS, about 1 hour west of Jackson
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Vicksburg, Mississippi – 39183
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 133 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,322 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
– Intensive Care Unit (ICU) RN needed for 360 bed facility in central MS, about 1 hour west of Jackson
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Lufkin, Texas – 75904
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 219 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,304 to $1,437
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion and innovation. – 150 community hospital and Primary Stroke Center – Eastern TX location, under 3 hours to Dallas, Houston, and Gulf Coast beaches
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Lufkin, Texas – 75904
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 219 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,304 to $1,437
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion and innovation. – 150 community hospital and Primary Stroke Center – Eastern TX location, under 3 hours to Dallas, Houston, and Gulf Coast beaches
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Lufkin, Texas – 75904
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 219 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,304 to $1,437
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion and innovation. – 150 community hospital and Primary Stroke Center – Eastern TX location, under 3 hours to Dallas, Houston, and Gulf Coast beaches
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Bryan, Texas – 77802
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 309 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 12
$1,533 to $1,690
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Montgomery, Alabama – 36111
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 317 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,833 to $2,020
Weekly Pay*
JOB DESCRIPTION SimpliFi Interview General Information: Will you accept a traveler with 1-year experience? No Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes with at least 2-years’ experience and Cerner OR EPIC experience. General Cardiac Number of Beds: 10 Patient Types: STEMI, post heart cath with interventions, respiratory failure/ventilated, post cardiac arrest, post stroke care, renal failure, hypertensive emergency, sepsis, critical care needs Skills required: Vent care, hemodynamic monitoring, medication titrations, arterial line, IABP, Impella, EKOS, CRRT, Chest tube, Swan ganz catheter, FloTrac monitoring, titratable drip management, hypothermia protocol CVICU: Number of Beds: 12 Patient Types: Post op CABG, Valve, thoracotomies, V-A and V-V ECMO, post cardiac arrest, post heart cath, post op vascular surgery, critical care Skills required: Swan ganz catheters, arterial lines, hemodynamic monitoring, chest tubes, CRRT, medication titration, IABP, Impella, EKOS, vent management, Tandem Life/Tandem Lung MICU: Number of Beds: 14 Patient Types: Acute respiratory failure, acute renal failure, acute liver failure, DKA, sepsis/septic shock, some post-surgical Skills required: ART lines, trach care, chest tubes, vasopressor usage, sedation usage, central lines Neuro ICU: Number of Beds: 14 *Very busy unit, quick turn over in patients Patient Types: CVA, Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), Subdural hemorrhage (SDH), intraparenchymal hemorrhage (IPH), seizures Skills required: Trach care/maintenance, art line, vent/ETT, EVD, ICP monitoring (can teach) Surgical ICU: Number of Beds: 14 Patient Types: Post surgical, trauma, vascular, multisystem trauma , neuro trauma Skills required: Trach care, art line, chest tube, wound care, drip management (pressors and sedation); CRRT preferred.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Montgomery, Alabama – 36111
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 317 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 12
$1,833 to $2,020
Weekly Pay*
** THIS IS FOR A CVICU POSITION ** SimpliFi Interview About Facility: 492 Beds 2105 E. South Blvd., Montgomery, AL 36116 Level II Trauma Center Primary Stroke Center General Information: Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes, with at least 2-years’ experience and Cerner OR EPIC experience. Traditional Travelers: at least 2-years’ experience. Will be assigned a home unit on the first day of orientation. CVICU Number of Beds: 12 Patient Types: Post op CABG, Valve, thoracotomies, V-A and V-V ECMO, post cardiac arrest, post heart cath, post op vascular surgery, critical care Skills required: Swan ganz catheters, arterial lines, hemodynamic monitoring, chest tubes, CRRT, medication titration, IABP, Impella, EKOS, vent management, Tandem Life/Tandem Lung ______________________________________________________ Patient Ratios: 1:2 Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Support on the Unit: CNA (Ratio): 1:10 Receptionist/HUC? No Charge nurse? 1 per shift Phlebotomy? Yes IV/VAT Team? Yes Hospitalist? Yes Telemetry monitoring tech? Are RNs required to read/measure tele strips? ICU monitoring Technology/Equipment: EMR: Cerner IV pumps: Plum 360 Medication dispensing: Omnicell Monitors: Spacelabs Floating: If yes, where? Any like unit/patient location (MS-MS, MS-ICU task, MS-ER/MS holds; ICU-ICU, ICU-MS task or limit of 3, ICU-ER/ICU holds) Orientation: Travelers who are new to the facility or return travelers who have been gone for 1+ years will have 24 hours of classroom time and 24 hours on the unit Rehires: orientation will depend on last date here Scheduling: Weekend rotation: Every other weekend, may work back to back weekends (rare) On call? No Holiday Expectations: One major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy Holiday Expectations: This does not mean they will automatically be scheduled for those dates, but we will not contractually guarantee to being off prior to arrival. Baptist 2024 RTO dates needing approval: Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 1/15 Valentine’s Day (week): 2/10 -15 Entire month of March Easter Weekend: 3/30 – 3/31 Mother’s Day Weekend, 5/11-13 Memorial Day (week): 5/24 – 5/27 Father’s Day Weekend 6/15-16 Fourth of July 7/3-7 Labor day weekend: 8/30-9/2 Halloween: 10/30-11/3 Thanksgiving: 11/26-30 Christmas and New Year’s: 12/21-1/1 Approval of time off? Can we approve up to 7 days off on your behalf? Yes, excluding provided blackout dates, NM/Eanh approval for Blackout dates. Shift times: 7a-7p, 7p-7a Schedule cycle: 6 weeks Other notes: Scrub Color: Any Parking: Staff parking deck on campus
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Montgomery, Alabama – 36111
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 317 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,833 to $2,020
Weekly Pay*
** THIS IS FOR A CVICU POSITION ** SimpliFi Interview About Facility: 492 Beds 2105 E. South Blvd., Montgomery, AL 36116 Level II Trauma Center Primary Stroke Center General Information: Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes, with at least 2-years’ experience and Cerner OR EPIC experience. Traditional Travelers: at least 2-years’ experience. Will be assigned a home unit on the first day of orientation. CVICU Number of Beds: 12 Patient Types: Post op CABG, Valve, thoracotomies, V-A and V-V ECMO, post cardiac arrest, post heart cath, post op vascular surgery, critical care Skills required: Swan ganz catheters, arterial lines, hemodynamic monitoring, chest tubes, CRRT, medication titration, IABP, Impella, EKOS, vent management, Tandem Life/Tandem Lung ______________________________________________________ Patient Ratios: 1:2 Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Support on the Unit: CNA (Ratio): 1:10 Receptionist/HUC? No Charge nurse? 1 per shift Phlebotomy? Yes IV/VAT Team? Yes Hospitalist? Yes Telemetry monitoring tech? Are RNs required to read/measure tele strips? ICU monitoring Technology/Equipment: EMR: Cerner IV pumps: Plum 360 Medication dispensing: Omnicell Monitors: Spacelabs Floating: If yes, where? Any like unit/patient location (MS-MS, MS-ICU task, MS-ER/MS holds; ICU-ICU, ICU-MS task or limit of 3, ICU-ER/ICU holds) Orientation: Travelers who are new to the facility or return travelers who have been gone for 1+ years will have 24 hours of classroom time and 24 hours on the unit Rehires: orientation will depend on last date here Scheduling: Weekend rotation: Every other weekend, may work back to back weekends (rare) On call? No Holiday Expectations: One major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy Holiday Expectations: This does not mean they will automatically be scheduled for those dates, but we will not contractually guarantee to being off prior to arrival. Baptist 2024 RTO dates needing approval: Martin Luther King Jr. Day: 1/15 Valentine’s Day (week): 2/10 -15 Entire month of March Easter Weekend: 3/30 – 3/31 Mother’s Day Weekend, 5/11-13 Memorial Day (week): 5/24 – 5/27 Father’s Day Weekend 6/15-16 Fourth of July 7/3-7 Labor day weekend: 8/30-9/2 Halloween: 10/30-11/3 Thanksgiving: 11/26-30 Christmas and New Year’s: 12/21-1/1 Approval of time off? Can we approve up to 7 days off on your behalf? Yes, excluding provided blackout dates, NM/Eanh approval for Blackout dates. Shift times: 7a-7p, 7p-7a Schedule cycle: 6 weeks Other notes: Scrub Color: Any Parking: Staff parking deck on campus
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Alabaster, Alabama – 35007
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 321 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,780 to $1,962
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Respiratory disease # of Beds: 16 Nurse Patient Ratio: 1-2 Charting: Epic Scrub Color: Navy blue Areas of Float Support: Floatpool, Like units Special Procedures: 0
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Birmingham, Alabama – 35243
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 333 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,534 to $1,690
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dothan, Alabama – 36305
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 348 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,339 to $1,751
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dothan, Alabama – 36305
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 348 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,339 to $1,751
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dothan, Alabama – 36305
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 348 miles
  • 12 N,
  • December 30, 2024
  • 13
$1,339 to $1,751
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dothan, Alabama – 36305
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 348 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,227 to $1,604
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dothan, Alabama – 36305
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 348 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,227 to $1,604
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dothan, Alabama – 36305
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 348 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,322 to $1,456
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dothan, Alabama – 36305
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 348 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 20, 2025
  • 13
$1,052 to $1,376
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Dallas, Texas – 75231
    Distance from Baton Rouge: 368 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,448 to $1,596
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers
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Statistics on ICU RN Jobs in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Here are some helpful statistics about ICU traveling nurse jobs in & near Baton Rouge. The data is based on the last three complete months of ICU job postings in the Baton Rouge and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Intensive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Baton Rouge and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel ICU Nursing Jobs for RNs in Baton Rouge, LA

What types of shifts are most common for ICU travel jobs in Baton Rouge?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas.

How much does a night shift Intensive Care Unit nurse make on average in Baton Rouge and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Intensive Care Unit nurse in Baton Rouge can make an average of $1,980 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Intensive Care Unit staff in or near Baton Rouge?

  • Ochsner St Mary in Morgan City (50.8 miles from Baton Rouge)
  • Ochsner St Anne General Hospital in Raceland (63.3 miles from Baton Rouge)
  • Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette (52.3 miles from Baton Rouge)
  • Iberia Medical Center – Main Campus in New Iberia (47.5 miles from Baton Rouge)
  • Lane Regional Medical Center in Zachary (14.6 miles from Baton Rouge)

What is the most common contract for Intensive Care Unit travel jobs in Baton Rouge?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Intensive Care Unit job in Baton Rouge is 12.

Locating Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Baton Rouge

In Baton Rouge, facilities like Ochsner St Mary, Ochsner St Anne General Hospital and Lafayette General Medical Center, all offer ICU departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Bendel Gardens (zip code 70505), Arbolada Addition (zip code 70504) and Woodland Ridge (zip code 70816) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Baton Rouge’s ICU job opportunities are Zachary (14.3 miles), Gonzales (21.3 miles) and Hammond (43.4 miles). These are near to zip codes: 70816 (9.1 miles), 70791 (14.6 miles) and 70560 (47.5 miles).

* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.