Travel Emergency Department RN - $1,753 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ED RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of large hospital trauma experience and an active AL or Compact RN license.

Details

• Work in a 54-bed Emergency Department at a state designated Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke Center
• Treat a high-volume patient population of more than 60,000 patients per year across all age groups
• Nurse to patient ratio ranges from 1:1 for critical/trauma patients to 1:3-4 for other patients
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• 13-week assignment with 36 or 48 hours per week accepted
• Every other weekend required
• Every holiday coverage required
• Must be willing to float to other units and hospitals
• Uses Meditech EMR

Requirements

• Active RN license, State of Alabama or Compact (no temporary licenses accepted)
• Associate degree in nursing required
• Current certifications: AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, AHA PALS (or Red Cross equivalent), NIH Stroke Scale, and TNCC
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required, working under the highest level of professional license
• 2 years of experience in a large hospital setting required
• Trauma experience required
• No prior license disciplinary actions allowed, past or current

Additional Information

• Work alongside a team of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and support staff providing comprehensive emergency medical services
• Solid navy scrubs required
• On-site testing required in addition to an online pre-test
• Virtual orientation includes competency-based modules
• Local candidates accepted at the same rates with no mile radius restrictions

American Traveler Job ID #P-725809. 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.