Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler; Crescent City (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay

Bonuses

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Weekly payroll

CEUs

Housing allowance

Travel & licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem

Traveler rewards

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department travel assignment in California. Candidates must hold a CA RN license with at least 5 years of ER experience in a Level II Trauma Center and carry current ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC certifications.

Prior travel nursing experience is required. This role involves night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) in a combined Adult/Pediatric ED, with a 1:4 patient ratio and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Active CA RN license required.
• Current certifications ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC.
• Minimum 5 years of ER nursing experience.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Prior travel nursing experience required.
• Charge nurse experience preferred.
• Experience with trauma, shock, gunshot wounds and multisystem dysfunction.
• Experience with cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia management.
• Experience with IV therapy and arterial/central lines.
• Experience with respiratory care including intubation assistance and ventilation.
• Experience with neurological and pediatric emergencies.
• Experience with psychiatric emergencies and violence management.
• Experience with orthopedic trauma and splinting.
• 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year.

Responsibilities

• Work in a combined Adult/Pediatric General ED.
• Level II Trauma Center setting; Level I experience preferred.
• Night shift schedule, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM.
• Patient ratio of 1:4.
• On-call required; weekends every other weekend, 3 shifts per week.
• Epic EMR experience required.
• Conduct patient and family assessments across physiological, spiritual and emotional areas.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to coordinate care plans.
• Delegate tasks based on scope of practice and capability.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families.
• Document care and treatment in the EHR.
• Participate in process improvement and safety reporting.
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius for local rate consideration.
• Returning employees/travelers must have a one-year separation.
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract; 1 holiday request per contract.
• Holiday coverage for NYD, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.
• Lab work must be completed within 3–5 days of contract signing.
• 7-year work history verification for all candidates.
• Submit only to one Sutter Health facility at a time.

Skills

ER nursing

Trauma care

Cardiac monitoring

Ventilator management

Pediatric emergencies

On-call

Team collaboration

Education

CA RN license

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Dept position requiring CA RN license and 5 years of ER experience in a Level II Trauma Center.

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC
• Minimum 5 years of ER nursing experience required
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Skilled in managing trauma, shock, gunshot wounds, and multisystem organ dysfunction
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with IV therapy including arterial lines, central lines, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including intubation assistance, BiPAP/CPAP, and ventilated patients
• Experience with neurological emergencies including CVA, ICP monitoring, and neuro-trauma
• Experience with pediatric emergencies including asthma, seizures, head injury, and respiratory infection
• Experience with psychiatric emergencies including acute psychosis, suicidal patients, and managing violent behavior
• Experience with orthopedic trauma and splinting
• 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required

Responsibilities

• Work in a combined Adult/Pediatric General Emergency Department
• Level II Trauma Center setting with Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• On-call required
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend, 3 shifts per week
• Epic EMR experience required
• Conduct patient and family assessments encompassing physiological, spiritual, and emotional areas
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to coordinate patient-centered care plans
• Delegate tasks appropriately based on scope of practice and individual capability
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families
• Document patient care and treatment accurately in the electronic health record
• Participate in process improvement activities and safety event reporting
• Must reside within a 50-mile radius for local rate consideration
• Returning employees/travelers must have a one-year separation before returning
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Holiday coverage required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing
• 7-year work history verification required for all candidates
• Only permitted to submit to one Sutter Health facility at a time

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts