Med/Surg RN Contract — Local & Travel Pay

Nurses Direct; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance available upon start of assignment

Local RN pay at $45 per hour

Travel RN pay at $1,900 per week

Job summary

Nurses Direct is seeking a Contract RN - Registered Nurse for Medsurg in Opelousas, Louisiana. The successful candidate will perform essential nursing duties, manage patient care, and work within a team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Applicants must have a Registered Nurse diploma, an active RN license in Louisiana, and experience in the field. The position offers competitive pay, including health insurance upon assignment. Local RNs can earn $45 per hour, while Travel RNs earn $1,900 per week plus stipends.

Qualifications

• Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Certification in clinical specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources effectively.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies as needed.

Skills

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Good organizational and time‑management skills

Ability to demonstrate good judgement

Education

Registered nurse diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Nurses Direct is seeking a Contract RN - Registered Nurse for Medsurg in Opelousas, Louisiana. The successful candidate will perform essential nursing duties, manage patient care, and work within a team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Applicants must have a Registered Nurse diploma, an active RN license in Louisiana, and experience in the field. The position offers competitive pay, including health insurance upon assignment. Local RNs can earn $45 per hour, while Travel RNs earn $1,900 per week plus stipends.