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Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs Louisiana for RNs

Top ICU Travel Nurse Jobs in Louisiana for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top ICU travel nurse jobs in Louisiana. We currently offer 6 of the best available ICU nurse travel jobs in the state. Louisiana ICU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Alexandria and Opelousas. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Louisiana ICU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse in Louisiana as of Feb 1, 2025 was $1,704 weekly. Currently, you can find ICU jobs in Louisiana with a salary range between $1,533 to $1,836 per week. The city with the highest paying ICU job in Louisiana currently is Opelousas with a position for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU at $1,690 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Louisiana to find ICU travel nursing work in. Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas and CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital in Alexandria all have ICU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for ICU travel jobs in Louisiana. The earliest start date in Louisiana is Apr 12, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $1,700 per week. The latest start date for an job in Louisiana is Apr 22, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $1,690 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in Louisiana including 13 weeks.

Louisiana is a popular place to work for ICU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

Top Cities in Louisiana with Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 6 Intensive Care Unit jobs in Louisiana and 450 Intensive Care Unit jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Opelousas, LA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Opelousas.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Opelousas, Louisiana – 70570
  • 12 N,
  • April 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,533 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.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Alexandria, LA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Alexandria.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Alexandria, Louisiana – 71301
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,666 to $1,836
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
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,666 to $1,836
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
  • 12 N,
  • April 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,542 to $1,700
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
  • 12 D,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,542 to $1,700
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
  • 12 N,
  • April 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,542 to $1,700
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
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Highest Paying Jobs in Natchez, MS

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Natchez.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Natchez, Mississippi – 39120
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,463 to $1,612
Weekly Pay*
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Highest Paying Jobs in Vicksburg, MS

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Vicksburg.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Vicksburg, Mississippi – 39183
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,374 to $1,515
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
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,374 to $1,515
Weekly Pay*
– Intensive Care Unit (ICU) RN needed for 360 bed facility in central MS, about 1 hour west of Jackson
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Highest Paying Jobs in Lufkin, TX

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Lufkin.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Lufkin, Texas – 75902
  • 12 D,
  • April 15, 2025
  • 13
$1,974 to $2,176
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
  • Lufkin, Texas – 75902
  • 12 N,
  • April 15, 2025
  • 13
$1,974 to $2,176
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
  • Lufkin, Texas – 75902
  • 12 N,
  • April 22, 2025
  • 13
$1,604 to $1,767
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
  • Lufkin, Texas – 75904
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,410 to $1,554
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.
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Statistics on ICU Jobs in Louisiana

Review helpful statistics about ICU traveling nurse jobs in Louisiana. The data is based on the last three complete months of ICU job postings in the state of Louisiana. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Intensive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Louisiana for travel nursing jobs.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs in Louisiana

How much does an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in Louisiana?

An ICU nurse in Louisiana can make an average of $1,641 per week.

How much does a night shift ICU travel nurse make on average in Louisiana?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Intensive Care Unit nurse in Louisiana can make an average of $1,645 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift ICU travel nurse make on average in Louisiana?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Intensive Care Unit nurse in Louisiana can make an average of $1,640 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Intensive Care Unit jobs are available in Louisiana?

There are currently 6 Intensive Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in Louisiana. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Intensive Care Unit staff in Louisiana?

  • Tulane University Department of Otolaryngology in New Orleans
  • South Louisiana Medical Associates in Houma
  • Ochsner St Mary in Morgan City
  • Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria
  • Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette

What types of shifts are most common for ICU travel nursing jobs in Louisiana?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in Louisiana cities.

What is the most common contract duration for ICU travel jobs in Louisiana?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for an Intensive Care Unit travel job in Louisiana is 13.

Locating ICU Travel Nursing Jobs in Louisiana

In Louisiana, cities like Alexandria, Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, and Opelousas have travel ICU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Tulane University Department of Otolaryngology, South Louisiana Medical Associates, Ochsner St Mary, Rapides Regional Medical Center and Lafayette General Medical Center, all with nurse specialties and Intensive Care Unit staff.

Healthcare Facilities in Louisiana that offer Intensive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Louisiana area that have historically offered jobs for Intensive Care Unit professionals.
Rapides Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 11, and 8
Address
211 Fourth Street
Alexandria, LA 71301
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
3330 Masonic Dr
Alexandria, LA 71301
Baton Rouge General Medical Center – Bluebonnet
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Address
8585 Picardy Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Nearby Neighborhoods
Kings Hill (70836), Silverside (70836), Silverside Heights Garden (70804), Mayfair Park North (70836), Essen South (70804)
Opelousas General Health System
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 6, and 8
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Level I Nursery Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit
Address
539 E. PRUDHOMME ST.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Christus St Patrick Hospital
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 10
Address
524 DOCTOR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DR.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
* 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.