Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

ATC Las Vegas; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ATC Healthcare is seeking experienced Travel Registered Nurses (RNs) to join healthcare facilities across Reno, Nevada. This travel contract offers opportunities in ED, Behavioral Health, CVOR, Med/Surg, and Telemetry, with days, nights, and weekends available.

The RN will provide comprehensive nursing care, coordinate care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted RN license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent clinical experience in specialty area.
• Current BLS certification (AHA).
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and workflows.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments and therapies per physician orders and policies.
• Monitor patient conditions and recognize changes requiring intervention.
• Document patient care accurately in the EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, therapists and other staff.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and discharge instructions.
• Prioritize and manage multiple assignments while maintaining quality care.
• Respond to emergencies and changes in patient condition.

Skills

Vaginal exams

Internal monitor placement

High-risk labor

Antepartum care

Titrating drips

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Meditech

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Reno, NV
Job Type: Travel Contract
Shift: Days, Nights, Weekends Available
Departments: ED, Behavioral Health, CVOR, Med/Surg, Telemetry
W2 Contract Pay: Competitive Pay + Travel Stipends (when eligible)

Explore Northern Nevada While Advancing Your Nursing Career

ATC Healthcare is seeking experienced and compassionate Travel Registered Nurses (RNs) to join leading healthcare facilities throughout Reno, Nevada. This is an excellent opportunity for nurses who thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy new clinical experiences, and are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

We have opportunities across a variety of specialties and care settings, including Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, Progressive Care, Emergency Department, Critical Care, Behavioral Health, Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, and other acute care units.

Position Summary

The Travel Registered Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care and care coordination for patients within an assigned healthcare setting. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders and facility policies
• Monitor patient conditions and recognize changes requiring intervention
• Document patient care accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions
• Prioritize and manage multiple patient assignments while maintaining quality care standards
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and changes in patient condition
• Maintain compliance with infection control, patient safety, and regulatory requirements
• Advocate for patients while ensuring compassionate, culturally competent care
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, shift reports, and care planning meetings
• Operate and monitor medical equipment as required by the assigned unit
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations
• Support organizational quality initiatives and patient satisfaction goals

Qualifications

Required

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum 1-2 years of recent clinical experience within specialty area
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and workflows
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams

Preferred

• Previous travel nursing experience
• Specialty certifications relevant to assigned unit
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, or other specialty credentials as applicable
• Experience with major EMR platforms such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech, or similar systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move throughout assigned shifts
• Ability to lift and transfer patients using proper body mechanics and equipment
• Must be capable of performing duties in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations

Must Have Skills

• Travel Nurses must be independent and confident with vaginal exam, internal monitor placement, high risk laboring/delivery patients andantepartum patients.
• We circulate and recover our own C-Section patients,, and our nurses float to MB and take assignments and to other units as needed.
• RNs will be expected to titrate drips - Magnesium Sulfate, Pitocin, Insulin, and Heparin
• 2:1 ratio normal laboring moms; 1:1 high risk labors, 4:1 couplet care: 2:1-4:1 Antepartum depending on acuity

Unit Notes

• Unit L&D # L&D Beds- 17
• OR Suites on the unit for C-Sections- 2
• Triage beds- 4
• Postpartum beds- 16
• Births per month - 250

Required Certifications

• Nevada RN license
• ACLS (AHA)
• AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring (AFM)
• BLS (AHA)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Shift Notes

• Weekend Requirements - Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirements- As needed
• Call or standby requirement - No
• Floating Requirements - Yes to postpartum as needed
• Scrub Color/Dress code- Navy Blue Scrubs/ We also have light blue OR scrubs for nurse use

Equal Opportunity Employer

ATC Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

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