Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg/Ortho/PCU - $1,892 per week
Opelousas, LA, 70570, USA
- Healthcare
- Contract
- travel nurse
- registered nurse
- med surg nursing
This position is for a travel registered nurse specializing in medical-surgical and orthopedic patient care in Opelousas, Louisiana. The role involves 12-hour night shifts over an 8-week contract, providing bedside nursing care, medication administration, and patient monitoring. Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent hospital experience and the ability to start within 5 weeks, with opportunities for contract extension.
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Opelousas, Louisiana.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
RN Position Job Notes:
Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.
Opportunity:
RN - Med Surg Orthopedic
Job Details:
• Work 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• 36 hours per week guaranteed
• 8-week contract assignment
• Provide nursing care for medical-surgical and orthopedic patients
• Monitor patient conditions and administer medications as prescribed
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans
• Document patient assessments and interventions accurately
• Assist with post-operative orthopedic patient care and recovery
Facility:
This healthcare facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical services with specialized orthopedic care units. The organization focuses on delivering quality patient care through modern medical technology and experienced healthcare teams. The facility maintains dedicated units for medical-surgical and orthopedic patients, ensuring specialized care for diverse patient populations requiring both routine and complex medical interventions.
Location:
Opelousas, LA
Opelousas offers a rich cultural experience in the heart of Louisiana's Acadiana region, known for its vibrant music scene, delicious Creole and Cajun cuisine, and warm community atmosphere. The area provides an authentic Louisiana lifestyle with numerous festivals, historic sites, and outdoor recreation opportunities, making it an excellent place for healthcare professionals seeking cultural immersion and southern hospitality.
Adex Job ID #292717. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLCADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
- Referral bonus




