Healthcare · New Orleans, LA

Registered Nurse jobs in New Orleans, LA

Registered nurses assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate care in hospitals, clinics, and home settings. They work with physicians and families to carry out treatment plans.

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$28–$57/hr
Typical pay range
$83k
Median, full-time
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Hospice Registered Nurse (RN)

Interim HealthCare - Louisiana · New Orleans, LA · Full-time
$80k - $88k

Hospice Registered Nurse (RN) in New Orleans, Louisiana Being a Hospice Registered Nurse is more than a profession, it is a calling to provide comfort, dignity, and compassionate care during some of life's most meaningfu…

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Caregiver/CNA/HHA

Senior Helpers - Metairie, LA · Metairie, LA · Part-time
$11 - $16 per hour

Who We Are: As a leading senior care provider, Senior Helpers is the first national in-home care company to be recognized as a GREAT PLACE TO WORK 3 years in a row! Senior Helpers culture is based on strong core values,…

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LPN/LVN

The Suites of Algiers Point · New Orleans, LA · Full-time

residents on admission and as well as when conditions change. Documents appropriately. * Assesses the resident’s condition and nursing needs, initiates appropriate nursing action. * Ability to adequately assess and reass…

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Caregiver

Visiting Angels - New Orleans · New Orleans, LA · Full-time

provide many levels of skilled support to our clients. We are also looking for bi-lingual and live- in caregivers, retired teachers and nurses, daycare workers, as well as caregivers that live in or near the New Orleans…

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Weekend Caregiver

Visiting Angels - New Orleans · New Orleans, LA · Part-time

Job Summary We are looking for compassionate caregivers! The right candidate has an A-Team Caregiver attitude! One who has the heart to care, is friendly, flexible, reliable, and the ability to provide many levels of ski…

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Full time Licensed Practical Nurse

LAFON NURSING HOME UNITED STATES · New Orleans, LA

Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate nursing professional to provide high-quality patient care in a... ...In this role, you will work collaboratively with physicians, registered nurses, and othe…

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Seasonal Caregiver

Cornerstone Caregiving · New Orleans, LA

Make a difference this season with Cornerstone Caregiving! Permanent opportunities are available as well. We are looking for compassionate, dependable, and caring individuals to join our team as Seasonal Caregivers. This…

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Caregiver

Cornerstone Caregiving · New Orleans, LA

We are committed to providing exceptional care to individuals in need. Our caregivers are highly trained and compassionate, with a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others. With flexible scheduling, ca…

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Surgical Technologist (Iraq)

International SOS Government Medical Services · New Orleans, LA · Full-time

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home.…

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Primary Care Clinic Nurse Supervisor - LPN or RN

St Thomas Community Health Center · New Orleans, LA · Full-time, Part-time

Department: Clinical Operations & Population Health Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer Job Type: Full-Time Position Summary: St. Thomas CHC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as…

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What registered nurses earn in New Orleans

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $28–$35 $58k–$73k
Mid level $35–$44 $73k–$92k
Senior $43–$57 $89k–$118k

Adjusted for the New Orleans market from national ranges.

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What employers ask for

The skills these listings keep naming

Patient assessmentMedication administrationElectronic health records (EHR)IV therapyCare planningBLS/ACLS certificationPatient educationClear documentationCalm under pressure
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Interview questions worth rehearsing

With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for

Tell me about a time you caught a medication error before it reached a patient.

Walk through the situation factually: what you noticed, how you verified it, and who you escalated to. Emphasize the double-check habit, not blame.

How do you prioritize when several patients need you at once?

Describe a triage framework, such as airway and vital signs first, then time-sensitive medications. A concrete example from a busy shift lands better than theory.

Describe a difficult interaction with a patient's family and how you handled it.

Show that you listened first, acknowledged their fear, and set clear expectations. End with what the outcome was for the patient.

How do you handle a disagreement with a physician about a patient's care?

Employers want respectful advocacy. Describe stating your observation with data, asking questions, and using the chain of command when needed.

What do you do to prevent burnout on demanding units?

Be honest and specific: boundaries around shifts, debriefing with colleagues, or supervision. Self-awareness reads as maturity, not weakness.

How do you keep documentation accurate at the end of a long shift?

Mention charting in real time where possible and reviewing before handoff. Tie it to patient safety and legal accuracy rather than habit.

Why did you choose this specialty or unit?

Connect a real clinical experience to the unit's patient population. Interviewers are checking fit and staying power, not passion statements.

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Resume tips that move the needle

For registered nurses specifically — generic advice costs you here

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List your RN license state, number status, and compact-state eligibility near the top, along with BLS, ACLS, or PALS certifications.

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Name the unit types and patient ratios you have worked, such as med-surg with 1:5 or ICU with 1:2, so recruiters can place you quickly.

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Quantify clinical scope: beds on the unit, EHR systems used (Epic, Cerner), and any charge nurse or preceptor shifts.

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Include specialty certifications like CCRN or CMSRN and the year earned; they often filter first-round screening.

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If you are a recent graduate, lead with clinical rotations, hours, and the settings where you trained.

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Where this role goes

Typical progression

01 Graduate Nurse
02 Registered Nurse
03 Charge Nurse
04 Nurse Manager
05 Director of Nursing
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