Information about Ochsner and New Orleans in general

[melosa08]

Hello! I'm talking with a recruiter and I'm thinking about taking an assignment in New Orleans. This will be my first travel assignment. I've Google New Orleans and Ochsner and can't find any current reviews. One traveler that I spoke to at work told me it's a "dirty" place to be. Hmmm...

I'm 25 and pretty excited about this new chapter in my life. My question is, can any of you guys tell me your experience in New Orleans and Ochsner? Every and any response welcome!

Also, has anyone worked for Blueforce healthcare staffing?

[I am that I am]

Send me a pm...i currently work here. Let me know what unit you're shooting for

[Burphel]

I've been using Healthgrades > Find a Doctor | Doctor Reviews | Hospital Ratings when I'm researching assignments. Most places have mixed reviews, but it could help you identify a really lousy place to work.

[melosa08]

I've been using Healthgrades > Find a Doctor | Doctor Reviews | Hospital Ratings when I'm researching assignments. Most places have mixed reviews, but it could help you identify a really lousy place to work.

Great idea! Thank you!

[Never Never Give Up]

Did you decide to take the assignment? I am 25 too, relocating from CA to work as a new grad RN F/T permanent position at Ochsner.

[melosa08]

Did you decide to take the assignment? I am 25 too, relocating from CA to work as a new grad RN F/T permanent position at Ochsner.

Haven't heard anything yet from the hospital. Been getting emails from the travel company that they keep pushing, but haven't heard back yet. Not sure if the hospital is waiting to see what their needs are next year.

[Never Never Give Up]

Well good luck to you! I applied directly through Ochsner and they contacted me very quickly and then was able to attend their open house recruitment event last month and do a shadow shift on the unit I was interested in. The position I was hired for is a permanent one, not a travel position...I think it might be a little different process