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PICU nurses care for critically ill infants, children, and adolescents who require intensive medical attention due to trauma, surgical recovery, or severe illness. They closely monitor vital signs, manage life-support equipment, and provide specialized treatments. PICU nurses work in high-pressure environments and offer both clinical expertise and emotional support to patients and their families.
PICU nurses typically require the following certifications:
PICU nurses must earn an Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ADN or BSN) from an accredited program and pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain licensure. Pediatric or ICU experience is typically preferred. Additional training in pediatric critical care is often required for PICU roles, and ongoing continuing education ensures competency in the latest practices and technologies.
PICU nurses have the following responsibilities:
PICU Travel nurse jobs in Louisiana offers unique opportunities in cities like New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport. With a low cost of living, PICU travel nurses can maximize earnings while working in respected medical facilities. Travelers will love Louisiana’s rich culture, from vibrant jazz music and Mardi Gras celebrations to world-famous Creole and Cajun cuisine. The state’s mix of Southern charm, exciting nightlife, and scenic bayous make it an ideal destination for nursing jobs that offer both career growth and a one-of-a-kind cultural experience.
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To work PICU travel nurse jobs in Louisiana, you must hold an active RN license. Louisiana is not currently part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so out-of-state nurses must apply for licensure by endorsement to work in Louisiana.
Website: https://www.lsbn.state.la.us/default.aspx
Phone: 225.755.7500
License by Exam: $100 (+$200 exam fee)
License by Endorsement: $142
Renewal: $100
Temporary License: $100 for 90-day license Background Check/Fingerprinting: $62.50, $42.50 in-state
Processing Time: 4 – 6 weeks
Valid for: 1 year initially, 2 years thereafter
Renewal Schedule: October 1 – December 31 annually
Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes
Nursys: Yes
CEU Requirements: CEU Requirements: 30 hours every 2 years OR 900 hours verified practice
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying PICU travel nursing cities in Louisiana are:
We update our PICU travel nurse jobs Louisiana continuously throughout the day to ensure you always see the most current openings available. There are currently 2 PICU travel nursing jobs in Louisiana open and new jobs are added in real time as soon as they’re released.
Our job board is refreshed at least every 30 minutes, and the most recent PICU travel nursing jobs in Louisiana was posted just 10 minutes ago. Whether you're searching by specialty, location, or pay, Advantis Medical keeps your travel job search up to date and easy to navigate.
If you're exploring travel nursing jobs in Louisiana, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Louisiana. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Louisiana.
For PICU travel nursing jobs, these states have the most openings:
When working PICU travel nursing jobs with Advantis Medical, you receive premium benefits while on assignment. We’re proud to offer very competitive benefits in the industry, including:
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