Travel Emergency Dept RN - $1,650 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/25/2026
• 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 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position in Wichita, KS, requiring a minimum of 1 year of acute care ED experience along with TNCC and PALS certifications.

Details

• 52-bed Emergency Department within a large hospital setting
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract
• Average patient ratio of 3:1, with low acuity areas at 5:1 and pediatric cases managed via team nursing
• Patient population includes adult and pediatric patients requiring IV starts, medication administration, sedation, and pediatric care
• Alaris infusion pumps used on the unit
• EMR: Meditech/CPN (experience preferred)
• Unit staffing per pod includes 1 charge nurse, 4 nurses, 1 tech, 1 unit clerk, 1 physician, and 1 midlevel provider

Requirements

• Active KS RN license or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIH Stroke Scale, and CPI (or accepted equivalent such as SAMA, MAB, or ACPMA)
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care hospital ED experience
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• All certifications must remain valid for at least 30 days beyond the contract start date

Additional Information

• ENPC certification is preferred but not required
• Meditech EMR experience is preferred
• Experience working in large, fast-paced facilities is preferred
• Medication scanning is required for every patient medication administration
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
• This is a high-acuity, fast-paced ER environment; candidates should be adaptable, self-sufficient, and comfortable working independently

American Traveler Job ID #P-735352. 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.