Travel Emergency Department RN - $1,913 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring ACLS, BLS, PALS certification and at least 1 year of ER experience with a valid LA or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in a General Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric patients
• 13-week assignment on day shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 AM-7:30 PM)
• Rotating weekend requirement
• No on-call or float requirements
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Epic charting system required
• Royal blue scrubs required

Requirements

• Active LA or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• TNCC certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of ER experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management and care of ventilated patients
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Knowledge of neurological emergencies including CVA and neuro-trauma
• Experience administering emergency medications including IV vasopressors
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Proficient in isolation precautions/PPE and triage
• Travel experience required
• Prior permanent LCMC Health employees must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year to be eligible

Additional Information

• Provide emergency care across a range of adult and pediatric cases including trauma, cardiac, and neurological emergencies
• Manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Perform triage and apply isolation precautions/PPE as needed
• Work within a stroke and STEMI certified facility
• Local candidates within 75 miles are accepted at the local rate
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-751921. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.