Med Surg Travel Nurse Job in Lafayette, LA | Nights (3x12)

Ochsner- Lafayette General Medical Center Lafayette, LA
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Travel RN
Med Surg Nurse in Lafayette, LA
Weekly Pay
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$1,989
Specialty
Med Surg
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
10/12
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This Med Surg travel nurse job in Lafayette, Louisiana, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel Med Surg Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Ochsner- Lafayette General Medical Center. This role pays $1,989 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more

As the Med Surg registered nurse on this assignment, you'll prioritize care across a varied medical-surgical caseload, administer ordered medications and treatments, educate patients and families, and manage admissions, discharges, and safe care transitions.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with streamlined credentialing to help with fast start dates, free license support and renewals, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this Med Surg travel nurse job in Lafayette, LA, and find others just like it. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Ochsner- Lafayette General Medical Center
  • Location: Lafayette, LA 70503
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Nights (3x12)
  • EMR System: Epic

Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied caseload of patients with acute and chronic medical-surgical conditions, including postoperative care when assigned
  • Perform thorough assessments and monitor for changes in condition, escalating concerns promptly
  • Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments as ordered
  • Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers with the interdisciplinary care team

Travel Med Surg Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent Med Surg experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Louisiana and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Med Surg Travel Nurse Jobs Near Lafayette, LA

Are there other Med Surg travel nursing jobs near Lafayette, Louisiana?

Yes! Advantis Medical frequently staffs Med Surg travel RN jobs in nearby areas. For your convenience, our similar jobs are sorted by distance so you can quickly review jobs that are close by.

If more than one contract looks like a fit, selecting “I’m Interested” on multiple assignments can give you more options to discuss with your recruiter.

What are the certification requirements for this Med Surg travel nurse job?
All Med Surg travel nurse jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS). Many facilities will also require Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Click "I’m Interested" to connect with a recruiter who can confirm exactly what’s needed for this role.
Does my Med Surg background meet the experience requirements for this job?
Travel Med Surg jobs typically require at least 2 years of recent experience caring for multiple patients with varied medical conditions and care needs. Facilities may also look for experience with post-operative care, patient education, discharge planning, or telemetry, depending on the unit. Click “I’m Interested” to connect with a recruiter about assignment-specific requirements.
Can I use my multistate RN license for this Louisiana assignment?
Yes—an active multistate RN license covers this assignment because Louisiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state. Endorsement applicants should know the process isn’t fully digital: most documents upload through the Nurse Portal, but the background-check packet and notarized affidavit of verification must reach the Board by postal mail. Our Louisiana Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Licensing in Louisiana

Compact license accepted. Louisiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you. See the Louisiana Licensing Center →

Explore Lafayette, LA

Lafayette, LA blends a university core with easy links via Lafayette Regional Airport and the I-10/US-90 corridor. Travelers searching for travel RN jobs will find roles across clinics and community settings that serve UL Lafayette neighborhoods and adjacent parishes. Demand for travel nursing jobs holds steady as errands align to Evangeline Thruway and Ambassador Caffery Parkway. Popular nearby options include Broussard, Breaux Bridge, and Opelousas. Across Louisiana, a compact street grid and a clear arterial network support straightforward daily routines during an assignment, from grocery runs to quick hops between the university area and suburban retail.

Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard

At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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