Travel Nurse Jobs in Louisiana

15+ Jobs
Avg $2,285/week
Alexandria, Coushatta, Lake Charles
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$2,285/wk avg

$2,052 - $2,820/week

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Available Positions in Louisiana

RN:ICU,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,376/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:Telemetry,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,250/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:Telemetry,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,250/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:ICU,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,376/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:MedSurg,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Coushatta, Louisiana

$2,178/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:ER,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,178/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:Telemetry,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,250/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:Telemetry,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,250/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:Operating Room,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Lake Charles, Louisiana

$2,406/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:CVOR,7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,820/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:ER,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,052/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:Telemetry,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,250/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:PACU,8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Shreveport, Louisiana

$2,146/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:Telemetry,7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Alexandria, Louisiana

$2,250/wk/

36 hrs/week

RN:ICU,7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Deridder, Louisiana

$2,250/wk/

36 hrs/week

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Travel Nurse Jobs in Louisiana — Market Snapshot

Louisiana joined NLC in 2018. Ochsner is the dominant statewide system. Strong demand at New Orleans Level I trauma and Baton Rouge cardiac programs.

Louisiana RN License — Cost & Timeline

Cost: $100 (compact)

Timeline: 3–5 weeks via Louisiana State Board of Nursing

Top Hospital Systems in Louisiana

  • Ochsner Health (statewide)
  • LCMC Health (New Orleans)
  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional (Baton Rouge)

Top Metros for Travel Nurse Contracts in Louisiana

New Orleans
Ochsner Medical Center + Tulane + University Medical Center New Orleans (Level I trauma)
Baton Rouge
Our Lady of the Lake Regional + Baton Rouge General — state capital
Shreveport
Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport + Willis-Knighton Health

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do travel nurses make in Louisiana?

Travel nurses in Louisiana earn an average of $2,285 per week. Pay ranges from $2,052 to $2,820 per week depending on specialty, experience, and facility type. CatSol Healthcare Staffing offers transparent pay rates with no hidden fees.

What are the best cities for travel nurse jobs in Louisiana?

The top cities for travel nurse jobs in Louisiana include Alexandria, Coushatta, Lake Charles. These cities offer the most job opportunities with competitive pay rates. Alexandria leads with 11 open positions.

What licenses do I need to work as a travel nurse in Louisiana?

To work as a travel nurse in Louisiana, you need an active nursing license valid in LA. Louisiana is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which means nurses with a compact license from their home state can practice in Louisiana without obtaining an additional license.

How many travel nurse jobs are available in Louisiana?

CatSol currently has 15+ travel nurse positions available in Louisiana. Our job listings are updated daily, and new positions are added regularly. Popular specialties include Telemetry, ICU, ER.

How do I apply for travel nurse jobs with CatSol?

Applying for travel nurse jobs with CatSol is easy. Use our AI-powered search to find jobs that match your preferences, then click "Quick Apply" to submit your information. A dedicated recruiter will contact you within 24 hours to discuss opportunities and guide you through the process.

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Top Cities in Louisiana

Alexandria (11 jobs)Coushatta (1 jobs)Lake Charles (1 jobs)Shreveport (1 jobs)Deridder (1 jobs)

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