Travel Emergency Room RN - $1,894 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Lufkin, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN for a 13-week travel contract requiring a minimum of 2 years of ED experience and active TNCC, ACLS, and PALS/ENPC certifications.

Details

• Acute care hospital Emergency Department with 24 beds and 3 trauma bays
• Fast track area and separate triage area are available; travelers may occasionally be assigned to triage
• ER holds are intermixed within the department; RNs are responsible for caring for their own holds
• No separate psych/seclusion rooms; in-house security is available
• Department sees approximately 80–90 patients per day with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Common diagnoses include trauma, stroke, sepsis, CHF, and cardiac conditions
• Both ED physicians and mid-level providers are on staff, along with charge nurses and house supervisors
• Nurse aides, paramedics, and patient sitters are available on the unit
• RNs are responsible for ECG rhythm interpretation; no monitor techs on unit
• CT and X-ray are located adjacent to the ED; phlebotomy is performed by techs or RNs
• Respiratory therapy handles ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, high flow, ABGs, and breathing treatments
• Charting is done in Paragon EMR
• 12-hour variable evening and night shifts; self-scheduling with options including 9–9, 11–11, 1–1, and 3–3
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Floating to other qualified units may be required

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or Compact (NLC) RN license required; must be active at time of consideration — pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and PALS or ENPC — all must be active; pending certifications not accepted
• Ability to independently interpret ECG rhythms
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

Additional Information

• Unit-specific orientation is provided (12 hours)
• Navy scrubs required
• Every other holiday coverage is expected
• Candidates who have been directly employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-714630. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.