When I lived down that way, I had several jobs in the NOLA area. It was usually about a 2 1/2 hr - 3 hr drive, one way, to get to a job site. Instead of staying overnight, I would drive 5 -6 hrs. a day, so I could stay at home. Most jobs only lasted a few days, I dont remember one in NOLA lasting a week. I figured it was a small price to pay.
