Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler, LLC.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay

Insurance - Day 1

401(k) Plan

Weekly payroll

Free CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN for a Washington state travel assignment. Candidates must have an active WA license, minimum 1 year ED experience, and multiple specialty certifications.

EPIC EMR experience is required, and first-time travelers are not accepted. Expect 12-hour night shifts (36 hours/week), shared between two nearby EDs, with on-site parking and traveler-friendly unit support.

Qualifications

• WA or compact RN license required.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, CPI/MOAB.
• Minimum 1 year ED experience.
• Strong skills in rhythm interpretation, IVs, meds, and cardiac care.

Responsibilities

• Level II Trauma Center with a high-acuity ED and multiple beds.
• Averages 140–150 patients per day in a busy ED.
• Float between two nearby EDs; schedule known before shift.
• 12-hour night shifts; 36 hours per week; every other weekend.
• No on-call requirements; supportive team environment.

Skills

ED nursing

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

IV insertion

Telemetry monitoring

EPIC EMR

Education

WA RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

TNCC

NIHSS

CPI/MOAB

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring at least 1 year of strong ED experience and multiple specialty certifications.

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, and CPI/MOAB
• Must complete and pass Traveler Telemetry Competency Exam prior to start
• Minimum 1 year of strong ED experience required
• Skilled in cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV insertion, drip and medication administration, procedural sedation, blood administration, and cardiac medications
• EPIC EMR experience required
• First-time travelers not accepted for this role

Responsibilities

• Level II Trauma Center with a Level IV NICU, 60 beds including 21 inpatient holding, 2 psych rooms, and 14 hall spaces
• Averages 140-150 patients per day as a high acuity receiving facility
• Patient population spans pediatrics to geriatrics with conditions including trauma, GSW, sepsis, COVID, STEMI, stroke, DKA, mental health, adult psych, chest pain, and respiratory issues
• Patient ratio of 1:4, flexing to 1:5 for lower acuity patients
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• May float regularly between two EDs located 8 minutes apart, with location known prior to shift start
• Possible mid-shift floating, though not routine
• Central and bedside telemetry monitoring at the nursing station with no dedicated tele tech
• Uses Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• Unit supported by ER techs, resource/float nurses, RT 24/7, ED educator, security 24/7, house supervisor 24/7, and pharmacy 24/7
• Charge nurse rarely takes a patient assignment
• Orientation includes NEO on day one, EPIC training if needed, meeting with educator, and 3-4 twelve-hour shifts with a preceptor
• Schedule released 2 weeks prior to start of schedule
• Shift may switch between day/mid or night/mid but remains consistent for a 6-week block
• Block scheduling not guaranteed, but facility attempts to accommodate
• Up to 5 days of time off can be approved
• Holiday coverage required for 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• Scrubs may be any professional color
• Modest piercings (studs only) permitted; tattoos must not be offensive
• Free parking available in designated areas
• Fast-paced, team-oriented culture known for being traveler-friendly, with many travelers choosing to extend their contracts

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-771199

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