<p>A 13-week travel RN contract is open on a Medical-Surgical unit at an acute care facility in Bastrop, Louisiana. The position runs 12-hour day shifts and offers a competitive blended compensation package — $24 per hour plus a $1,200 weekly stipend — making it a strong-paying assignment for experienced Med-Surg nurses seeking their next travel opportunity in the Deep South.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>$24 per hour base pay rate plus $1,200 weekly stipend</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Extensive housing network with corporate discounts for easy placement</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to support credentialing</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>13-week contract on a Medical-Surgical unit at an acute care facility</li> <li>12-hour day shifts — consistent, predictable scheduling</li> <li>Acute care setting serving the Bastrop, Louisiana regional patient population</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Louisiana RN license or active compact state RN license required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of Med-Surg nursing experience</li> <li>Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> <li>Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Bastrop is the seat of Morehouse Parish in northeastern Louisiana, situated along the Boeuf River in a region known for its Southern hospitality, affordable cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation including fishing, hunting, and lake activities. The area offers a quiet, small-town pace while remaining within driving distance of Monroe, Louisiana, which provides additional dining, shopping, and cultural amenities — a solid base for a travel nurse looking to experience authentic Louisiana life outside the major metro areas.</p>