Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $1,652 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• 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: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN for a 13-week night shift travel contract in Austin, TX, requiring ACLS, BLS, ENPC, TNCC, and NIHSS certifications.

Details

• Work in a large hospital Emergency Department with 48 private rooms, 27 hallway stretchers, 9 fast track beds, and 5 behavioral health rooms
• Patient population includes general ED, cardiac/trauma, and behavioral health cases
• Patient ratios are 1:4 for general ED, 1:3 for cardiac/trauma, and 1:5 for behavioral health
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Rotating weekend requirements
• No on-call responsibilities
• Equipment used includes Alaris pumps, Belmont and Level 1 Rapid infusers, and Stryker stretchers
• EMR system is MEDITECH; experience is preferred

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, ENPC, TNCC, NIHSS, and CPI (SAMA, MAB, or ACPMA may be accepted in lieu of CPI)
• Minimum 1 year of recent ED RN experience required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required

Additional Information

• Common procedures include splinting, EKGs, central monitoring, trauma assists, central line management, airway support, behavioral health de-escalation, Morgan lens use, rapid infuser operation, and resuscitation
• Unit staffing includes charge nurses, mid-shift RNs, PCTs, a paramedic, and an LVN on both day and night shifts
• MEDITECH EMR experience is preferred
• Trauma experience is preferred
• Experience with holding inpatient patients is preferred
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible
• All certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start date

American Traveler Job ID #P-714157. 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.

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