Travel ER RN - $3,236 per week

American Traveler; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision, and 1

Housing stipend

401(k) match

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ER RN for a night shift position at a Level I Trauma Center requiring TNCC, ACLS, BLS certifications and Level I trauma experience. The travel assignment covers 4x12h night shifts with 48 hours per week and potential cross-campus rotation.

Requirements include CT RN license (or compact), 2 years ER experience (Level I trauma preferred), and certifications TNCC/ACLS/BLS; CPI/ENPC/NIHSS/PALS are a plus.

Qualifications

• Active CT RN license or compact license required.
• Required certifications: TNCC, ACLS, BLS.
• Preferred certifications: CPI, ENPC, NIHSS, PALS.
• 2 years of ER experience required; 1.5 years acceptable at Level I trauma or similar facility.
• Level I Trauma Center experience required; Level II trauma experience preferred.
• Epic charting experience preferred.
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency nursing care in a high-acuity Level I Trauma Center.
• Cross-train and float to other campuses and ED observation within scope.
• Open to block scheduling and rotating to other campuses as needed.
• Manage trauma and neuro cases and coordinate patient care.

Skills

IV therapy

Arterial line care

Blood product administration

Central line care

Ventilated patients management

BiPAP/CPAP management

Chest tube management

ABG interpretation

CVA management

Neuro-trauma care

Spinal cord injury care

Traumatic brain injury care

Cardiac monitoring

Dysrhythmia management

ECG interpretation

Psychiatric patient management

Trauma/shock care

Tools

Epic charting

Job description

Travel RN - Emergency Department

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ER RN for a night shift position at a Level I Trauma Center requiring TNCC, ACLS, BLS certifications and Level I trauma experience.

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights (4x12hrs 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Employment Type: Travel Assignment
• Openings: 1

Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department, combined adult/pediatric. Night shift, 4x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM). Average patient ratio of 1:6 for both days and nights. Every other weekend required. No on-call requirements. Will cross-train and float to other campuses and ED observation unit within scope. Open to block scheduling. Assigned to one campus with possibility of rotating to other campuses and ED observation.

Requirements

• Active CT RN license or compact license required.
• Required certifications: TNCC, ACLS, BLS.
• Preferred certifications: CPI, ENPC, NIHSS, PALS.
• 2 years of ER experience required, though 1.5 years will be considered from a Level I trauma or similar facility.
• Level I Trauma Center experience required.
• Level II Trauma experience preferred.
• Epic charting experience preferred.
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred.

Skills

• Skills in IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, and central line care.
• Experience with ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube management, and ABG interpretation.
• Experience with emergency medications, IV vasopressors, and continuous IV sedation/paralytics.
• Experience managing CVA, neuro-trauma, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury cases.
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG.
• Experience managing psychiatric patients, including acute psychosis, violent behavior, and suicidal patients.
• Experience with shock/trauma cases including gunshot wounds and traumatic amputations.

Additional Information

1 reference required for consideration. Provide emergency nursing care in a high-acuity Level I Trauma Center setting. Participate in natural disaster or emergency response activities as needed. Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted. COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only. RTO requests greater than 7 days require manager approval. Weekend call-outs are subject to a makeup shift policy within a 6 week scheduling period. First-time travelers are accepted. Pending license candidates will be considered. Candidates must apply for CT license prior to submission due to 15-21 business day processing time. Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted. Former staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler.

Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.