Travel ER RN - $2,555 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Merced, California. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

ED - Emergency Department Discipline:

RN Start Date:

11/09/2026 Duration:

18 weeks 36 hours per week Shift:

12 hours, nights Employment Type:

Travel Assignment Overview

Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 18 weeks Openings: 1 Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring CA licensure, Cerner EMR experience, and stroke/trauma readiness. Details

Level ER setting with 33 total patient care rooms, 25 equipped with cardiac monitors Triage area with 2 bays staffed by midlevels, RNs, or LVNs Patient ratio of 1:4 with an average of 210 patients seen 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a, 36 hours per week guaranteed 2 weekends required per 4-week period Holiday coverage required for 2 out of 3 major holidays No floating outside of the ER department Charge nurse coverage 24/7 ER Techs (EMT, MA, or CNA background) assist with tech duties and EKGs GE telemetry system with central monitor stations at both nurses' stations RT and pharmacy (with Omnicell) available 24/7 Cerner EMR used for charting Up to 6 shifts of floor-specific orientation with a preceptor Requirements

Active CA RN license (Pending licenses not accepted) Minimum 2 years of experience required Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Cerner EMR experience preferred; recent experience is a plus Strong, thorough documentation skills required Copy of driver's license required for consideration Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility Additional Information

Care for routine and acute ER patients, including STEMIs, hemorrhagic strokes, and pediatric cases requiring transfer Facility is Stroke Certified and serves as the base hospital for local EMS Hospital follows EMTALA requirements and may board patients and hold ER patients as needed Navy blue scrubs required; scrub jackets and undershirts must also be navy, white, or black Unit uses self-scheduling with the scheduler retaining the right to rebalance as needed Scheduling requests cannot be accommodated Dysrhythmia exam not required prior to accepting assignment Hospital-specific modules assigned during orientation, not before start Travel teams are permitted, though consistent shared scheduling cannot be guaranteed Candidates with recent direct employment (within the past year) at facilities associated with this health system are not eligible American Traveler Job ID #P-774051. 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.