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TotalMed RN

Travel SICU RN

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Critical Care Float * Discipline: RN * Duration: 19 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit RNs for an ...

TotalMed RN

Travel ICU RN

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Critical Care Float * Discipline: RN * Duration: 8 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel ...

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How much do float rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for float rn in Louisiana is $35.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.30 and $41.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a float RN?

Float RNs, or float registered nurses, are nurses who are not assigned to a specific unit or department within a healthcare facility. Instead, they move between different units as needed, filling staffing gaps and providing care wherever there is the greatest need. Float RNs must be flexible, adaptable, and skilled in multiple areas of nursing, as they may work in various specialties such as medical-surgical, ICU, or emergency departments. This role is crucial for maintaining optimal patient care during staff shortages or unexpected increases in patient volume.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a float RN?

To thrive as a Float RN, you need a broad clinical knowledge base, adaptability to various specialties, and an active RN license, often with experience in multiple care settings. Familiarity with different electronic health record (EHR) systems and hospital protocols is crucial due to frequent transitions between units. Strong communication, quick learning, and resilience make a Float RN stand out when adjusting to new teams and patient populations. These skills ensure safe, effective care and seamless workflow integration across diverse clinical environments.

How does the work schedule and assignment process typically function for a float RN within a hospital setting?

Float RNs usually work flexible schedules and are assigned to different units based on staffing needs, which can change daily or even during a shift. This means you may need to quickly adapt to various departments, patient populations, and team dynamics. While this variety can be challenging, it also provides the opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience and develop a broad skill set. Most hospitals provide orientation or training for float nurses to ensure they are comfortable working in multiple areas, and you’ll collaborate closely with unit staff to deliver quality patient care.

What is the difference between Float Rn vs Registered Nurse?

AspectFloat RnRegistered Nurse
CredentialsRN license, additional certifications for multiple specialtiesRN license, may have specialty certifications
Work EnvironmentMultiple units or facilities, adaptable to staffing needsSpecific unit or department, consistent environment
Employer UsageHospitals, clinics, staffing agenciesHospitals, healthcare facilities, clinics
Search/Comparison IntentFlexibility, staffing, travel nursingSpecialty, department, location

Float Rns are registered nurses who work across various departments or facilities, providing staffing flexibility. In contrast, Registered Nurses typically work within a specific unit or specialty. Both roles require an RN license and similar certifications, but Float Rns are valued for their adaptability and broad skill set, making them essential for staffing coverage in diverse healthcare settings.

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Infographic showing various Float Rn job openings in Louisiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,724 per year, or $35.4 per hour.

Registered Nurse- Float Pool- Full Time - 7a-7p

Lake Charles, LA • On-site

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

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Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
  • The Float Registered Nurse (RN) provides flexible, high quality patient care across all hospital units, adapting to diverse patient populations and clinical settings. The Float RN works with his/her team partner(s), using the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate direct patient care. As a member of the Patient Care Team, the Float RN provides hands-on care to patients, is responsible for making sound clinical decisions and provides a comprehensive delivery of care to each individual patient; implementing a wide variety of patient care activities and services.
  • The Float Registered Nurse, also known as a Float Pool Nurse, is a registered nurse (RN) who moves between different units within a healthcare facility to address staffing shortages and fluctuating patient needs. This role requires adaptability, broad clinical skills, and the ability to quickly integrate into various teams and unit cultures. Float nurses work in areas such as Med-Surg, Telemetry, Critical Care, Emergency Departments, maternity, pediatric, or infusion units.
  • Float nursing is a critical component of hospital operations, ensuring consistent patient care, supporting permanent staff, and enhancing the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery
SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nursing Director, Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  • Provides direct patient care, including assessments, medication administration, treatments, and monitoring, in accordance with hospital policies.
  • Uses the nursing process to effectively assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the plan of care.
  • Consistently participates in the multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
  • Follows evidence-based policies and procedures to guide nursing practice.
  • Conducts thorough physical assessments/reassessments and documents patient conditions accurately in the electronic medical record.
  • Respond to changes in patient status and medical emergencies, following system policies, unit specific policies, unit-specific protocols.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans and facilitate patient discharge planning.
  • Encourages and supports non-licensed personnel.
  • Interprets and implements physician orders.
  • Assist patients with daily living activities, adjusting care based on unit-specific patient needs.
  • Competently performs/assists with procedures that are routinely performed.
  • Documents accurately and efficiently as required and according to system and department policies.
  • Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and self-care instructions.
  • Serve as a flexible clinical resource, supporting permanent staff and maintaining operational stability across units.
  • Possesses competency in use of technology and computers.
  • Demonstrates competency in the use of Smart Pumps.
  • Has knowledge of and utilizes unit specific equipment appropriately.
  • Organizes patient care and general unit activities to accomplish required functions with delegation of these activities to other staff as appropriate.
  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in planning and organizing patient care from admission to discharge.
  • Demonstrates the following best practices in a consistent and positive manner: Huddles, hourly rounding, bedside reporting, Service Excellence principles, and use of white boards.
  • Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions.
  • Evaluates ethical challenges and their potential impact on the patient's quality of care and the nurse's professional role.
  • Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementation of Unit Performance Improvement Plan and makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.
  • Follows hospital/department infection control policies.
  • Follows established hospital/department safety policies.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
  • Graduate of School of Nursing.
  • Current and unrestricted Louisiana Registered Nurse license or compact state license as Registered Nurse.
  • Minimum of 5 years of acute care nursing experience, critical care experience preferred.
  • Current BLS-CPR, ACLS, and PALS
  • Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; Ability to learn quickly, analyze problems and communicate effectively with superiors, peers, and others on one-to-one basis.
  • Requires emotional stability and resilience; Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight.
  • Strong critical thinking, adaptability, and communication skills to work effectively in multiple clinical environments.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
  • Float nurses work in a dynamic hospital environment, often moving between units with varying patient populations and acuity levels.
  • The role may involve standing for long periods, lifting or assisting patients, and using medical and office equipment.
  • Work requires a variety of physical activities including standing and walking for sustained periods, bending and stooping, and some lifting of 50-100 pounds at a time.
  • Noise levels are typically moderate, and nurses must maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to safety protocols
  • The work environment may include physically confined spaces.
  • Many nursing skills require acute hearing ability, i.e. listening with stethoscope to breath sounds and heart sounds.
  • Must be able to exchange accurate information with patients, family, peers and medical personnel.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be provided to help individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.

Experience Memorial is more than a slogan, it's the care we provide our patients and it's the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.
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Lake Charles Memorial Health System is the only locally owned, regional community healthcare system in Lake Charles. The health system employs more than 2700 full-time, part-time and PRN employees and is the largest health system in the area. Memorial is a true community health system, run by a board of local volunteers from all walks of business, industry and public service. It is one of an elite group of health systems that belongs to the people of Southwest Louisiana and serves everyone regardless of age, race, gender or financial status.

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Health care and social assistance

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Lake Charles, LA, US

Year founded

1952

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