Travel ER RN - $2,254 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in La Plata, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• 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: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN for a night shift travel contract requiring an active MD or Compact RN license and a broad range of emergency care skills across all age groups.

Details

• Work setting is a community hospital Emergency Department serving all age ranges from infant to geriatric
• Fast-paced ED environment with complex and varied diagnoses including psychiatric, respiratory, neurological, trauma, and multisystem cases
• 47-bed ED with an average daily census of 130
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Shift: Nights, 3x12 hours (19:00–07:30) with a 36/48-hour weekly option
• Every other weekend is required
• Holiday coverage is required as scheduled
• Floating within the ED specialty is required; travelers are given first float priority
• No pre-scheduled on-call requirements
• Epic EMR preferred

Requirements

• Active MD or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA only), ACLS (AHA only), PALS (AHA only), NIHSS, and CPI (Calm Every Storm online version accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required; candidates with 1+ year of strong ED experience may be considered
• Community hospital experience required
• Proficiency in core ED skills including triage, IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line care, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, 12-lead EKG/ECG, BiPAP/CPAP management, care of ventilated patients, ABG interpretation, procedural sedation, emergency medications, and IV vasopressors
• Experience managing psychiatric patients including acute psychosis, drug overdose, suicidal patients, and violent behavior
• Experience with CVA and neurological emergencies
• Pediatric ED experience is preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers with strong ED skills and experience will be considered
• Candidates must reside 50+ miles from the facility (permanent address) to be eligible; locals within 50 miles are not accepted unless explicitly stated otherwise
• Maximum of 7 days of time off (RTO) may be requested; requests for more than 4 consecutive days require an additional week added to the end of the contract
• Former employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Return travelers must have been away from the system for at least 6 months after completing a prior assignment before returning
• Most units allow one major holiday off during the winter season
• Candidates must be comfortable floating within scope with no restrictions
• Schedule restrictions cannot be requested or guaranteed
• Onboarding labs must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing
• This position may be offered without an interview

American Traveler Job ID #P-734843. 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.