RN Jobs in Louisiana

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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Avani Healthcare Staffing

RN - Med Surg

*QUICK OFFER IN 24 HOURS* *RN-Med Surg ($2,276.00/36 hours/13-week assignment/12 hours shift) *Coushatta, LA *Hourly rate - $63.24 [$28.63 taxable | $34.61 non-taxable] *OT - $73.24 *Weekly Gross -...

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Avani Healthcare Staffing

RN - ED

Role: Travel RN ED Location: Alexandria, LA 71301 Duration:13 Weeks contract Shift: 12-hour Night shift Schedule: 36 hours per week/3 days in a week Pay breakdown: Hourly rate - $60.00 [$25.39 taxable...

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Avani Healthcare Staffing

RN - Telemetry

QUICK OFFER IN 24 HOURS* ( No locals) *RN-Telemetry ($2,356.00/36 hours/13-week assignment/12 hours shift/Day shifts) *Alexandria, LA *Hourly rate - $65.47 [$30.86 taxable | $34.61 non-taxable] *OT...

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Travel PCU Stepdown RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Nurse provides care to patients who are transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical or general inpatient units....

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Registered Nurse

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Shreveport
  • Logansport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Logansport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Encompass Health offers a transformative journey where your expertise as a Registered Nurse becomes an integral part of patients' recoveries....

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Travel PACU RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 8 days ago

: PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Registered Nurse provides specialized care to...

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Travel Cath Lab RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 7 days ago

Travel Cath Lab RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Shreveport, Louisiana Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Cardiac Cath Lab RN for a 13-week travel assignment...

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Travel Oncology RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Certified Nurse (OCN) certification ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The Oncology Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing...

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Travel PICU RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Qualifications: ACLS (AHA/ARC) certification CCRN certification Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The PICU Registered Nurse provides advanced specialized...

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Travel OR RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago

(AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications OR Nursing Certification (CNOR) Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position Summary: The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides...

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Travel CVOR RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 2 days ago

Travel CVOR Registered Nurse Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Alexandria, Louisiana Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled CVOR RN for a 13-week travel assignment...

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Travel Surgical First Assistant RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Metairie, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 30+ days ago

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Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg/Telemetry (MS/T)

  • Accountable Healthcare Staffing
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 45+ days ago

FA - 1883455 - A Registered Nurse (RN) needed in a Medical/Surgical Telemetry Unit (M/S Tele) setting. Job Type: Travel Contract. Shift: Nights, 36hr Week (3x12). Location: Lafayette, LA....

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Critical Care Float Pool - Travel Registered Nurse

  • Trusted Health
  • Marrero, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Marrero, LA
  • 13 hours ago

Nurse) NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) Skills Checklist: Yes References: Yes License Type: registered License State: LA Certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Critical Care Registered Nurse...

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Travel Telemetry RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 11 days ago

Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive patient care in a telemetry unit, focusing on continuous cardiac monitoring and assessment....

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Salary for RN Jobs in Louisiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for RN positions.



Highest Education Level

RNs in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in Louisiana
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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