Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Housing Allowance

Travel Reimbursements

Licensure Reimbursement

Per Diem

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Traveler Rewards

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department travel assignment in the Rock Island area, requiring an active Illinois license and at least 12 months of ER experience. You will float across Rock Island, Moline, and Bettendorf campuses, with 3x12 shifts and no on-call obligations.

Qualified candidates hold BLS/ACLS/PALS, TNCC, and Epic EMR experience, plus the ability to work 1–2 winter holidays. Travel housing and reimbursements are provided.

Qualifications

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration.
• Minimum of 12 months Emergency Room experience (24 months preferred).
• Experience with critical drips including pressors, antiarrhythmics, and sedation.
• Experience with sedation, chest tubes, and port access.
• Epic EMR experience required.
• Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA) certifications required.
• TNCC certification required.
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required (may be obtained during onboarding).
• De-escalation certification preferred, may be obtained during onboarding if not already held.
• Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Emergency Department across Rock Island, Moline, and Bettendorf campuses.
• Afternoon shift: 10a-10p, 3x12s.
• Every other or every third weekend required.
• No on-call requirements.
• Floating required across Rock Island, Moline, and Bettendorf campuses when needed/scheduled.
• Uses Epic EMR.
• First-time travelers welcomed with at least 12 months of ER experience.
• Required to work 1-2 of the 3 upcoming winter holidays unless the unit is closed.
• Local candidates allowed through December 31, 2026.

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Room position requiring an active IL license and at least 12 months of ER experience.

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration; IA license or compact license application proof required during compliance process
• Minimum of 12 months Emergency Room experience required (24 months preferred on resume)
• Experience with critical and emergency drips including pressors, antiarrhythmics, and sedation required
• Experience with sedation, chest tubes, and port access required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA) certifications required
• Active TNCC certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required (may be obtained during onboarding)
• De-escalation certification (CPI, MAB, MOAB, or SAMA) preferred, may be obtained during onboarding if not already held
• Supervisory performance evaluation or reference from within the last 24 months preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Work in the Emergency Department across Rock Island, Moline, and Bettendorf campuses
• Afternoon shift: 10a-10p, 3x12s
• Every other or every third weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required across Rock Island, Moline, and Bettendorf campuses when needed/scheduled
• Uses Epic EMR
• First-time travelers welcomed with at least 12 months of ER experience
• Required to work 1-2 of the 3 upcoming winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's) unless the unit is closed
• Local candidates allowed through December 31, 2026
• Past UnityPoint Health FTE or PRN float pool employees are restricted from working travel assignments in another market within 12 months of separation; this restriction does not apply if prior employment was as a travel contractor
• Limited time-off requests permitted around the Thanksgiving and winter holiday periods

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