Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler; Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Job summary

American Traveler Staffing Professionals is seeking an experienced Travel RN for the Emergency Department in Prestonburg, Kentucky. The role requires a KY or compact RN license and at least 2 years of ER experience, primarily night shifts (3x12s).

Assignment details include a 13-week schedule, 36 hours per week, with a total weekly pay around $2,110 including stipends. Local candidates are not considered for this position.

Qualifications

• Active KY or compact RN license required at time of consideration.
• Minimum 2 years ER experience required.
• 3–6 months Level IV Trauma or above preferred.
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, PALS, CPI (or Avade).

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care across adult and pediatric patients in ED.
• Monitor cardiac status and perform dysrhythmia interpretation.
• Administer procedural sedation and manage airway support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team during night shift.

Skills

KY license or compact RN

ER nursing experience

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

TNCC

PALS

CPI (or Avade)

IV therapy

12-lead EKG/ECG

Psychiatric care experience

Tools

AVADE (certification)

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Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Prestonburg, Kentucky

Assignment Overview

Overview

Auto Offer

Be First to Apply

Posted 10 days ago

Shift

Nights, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Sep 28, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

Low

The facility has received few submissions so far. Be one of the first to apply — offer rates tend to be higher at this stage

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN with a KY or compact license and at least 2 years of ER experience for a night shift travel position.

Details

• General Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric populations
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift schedule rotating 3x12 hours one week and 4x12 hours the next (19:00-7:30)
• Float required within scope of practice
• Every other weekend required
• Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated

Requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license in hand required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of current ER experience required
• 3-6 months of Level IV Trauma or above experience preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, PALS, CPI (or Avade)
• AVADE certification preferred
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition
• Experience managing psychiatric patients including acute psychosis, suicidal patients, and violent behavior
• Pediatric emergency experience including asthma, respiratory infections, and behavioral health conditions
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilated patient care, and intubation support
• Orthopedic skills including splinting and ortho trauma management
• IV therapy and phlebotomy skills including starting and maintaining IVs
• Experience with procedural sedation administration and monitoring
• Two professional references required, one from a charge nurse or higher and one from a supervisor, both completed within the last year
• Driver's license copy required with address matching permanent residence

Additional Information

• Provide emergency care across a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions including trauma, psychiatric, respiratory, and orthopedic cases
• Perform triage and apply isolation precautions/PPE as needed
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates not accepted
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered if presented upfront with no changes accepted afterward
• Must work either a major or minor holiday during the assignment
• Travelers must take a minimum 6-month break from the system after completing one year before becoming eligible to return
• Traveler pairs are accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

Overview

$2,110/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$27,430

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$109,720

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

<

$864/wk

Regular Hours

$24.00 x 36 hours/wk = $864

Weekly Stipends

$1,246/wk

Lodging

$110.00 x 7 days = $770

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,110/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,899 - $2,110. The $2,110 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

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Bed Count

--

Setting

--

--

--

EMR

--

Teaching Facility

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$2,110/wk

Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Prestonburg, Kentucky

$2,110/wk

Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Prestonburg, Kentucky

Assignment Overview

Overview

Auto Offer

Be First to Apply

Posted 10 days ago

Shift

Nights, 3x12hrs

Hours

36 hrs/wk

Start Date

Sep 28, 2026

Length

13 weeks

Openings

1

Actual start date is typically 3-4 weeks from time the offer is received. Start dates are determined based on facility needs and credentialing requirements.

Low

The facility has received few submissions so far. Be one of the first to apply — offer rates tend to be higher at this stage

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN with a KY or compact license and at least 2 years of ER experience for a night shift travel position.

Details

• General Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric populations
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift schedule rotating 3x12 hours one week and 4x12 hours the next (19:00-7:30)
• Float required within scope of practice
• Every other weekend required
• Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated

Requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license in hand required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of current ER experience required
• 3-6 months of Level IV Trauma or above experience preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, PALS, CPI (or Avade)
• AVADE certification preferred
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition
• Experience managing psychiatric patients including acute psychosis, suicidal patients, and violent behavior
• Pediatric emergency experience including asthma, respiratory infections, and behavioral health conditions
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilated patient care, and intubation support
• Orthopedic skills including splinting and ortho trauma management
• IV therapy and phlebotomy skills including starting and maintaining IVs
• Experience with procedural sedation administration and monitoring
• Two professional references required, one from a charge nurse or higher and one from a supervisor, both completed within the last year
• Driver's license copy required with address matching permanent residence

Additional Information

• Provide emergency care across a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions including trauma, psychiatric, respiratory, and orthopedic cases
• Perform triage and apply isolation precautions/PPE as needed
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates not accepted
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered if presented upfront with no changes accepted afterward
• Must work either a major or minor holiday during the assignment
• Travelers must take a minimum 6-month break from the system after completing one year before becoming eligible to return
• Traveler pairs are accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

Overview

$2,110/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$27,430

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$109,720

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$864/wk

Regular Hours

$24.00 x 36 hours/wk = $864

Weekly Stipends

$1,246/wk

Lodging

$110.00 x 7 days = $770

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,110/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,899 - $2,110. The $2,110 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

Facility

Facility details are only available for registered travelers.

Facility Information

Facility address requires login

Bed Count

--

Setting

--

--

--

EMR

--

Teaching Facility

--

American Traveler Benefits

View All

Health

Day 1

Day 1

401k with match

Opt In

...and many more!

View All

Why American Traveler?

Unmatched Support and Transparency

Your recruiter is your trusted partner, providing personalized guidance with full transparency.

Empowering Technology

Find jobs, self-apply, and manage your career with tools that put you in control.

Exceptional Pay and Benefits

Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits — designed with your success in mind.

Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise

Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success.

Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals™.