Local Contract Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $62 per hour

American Traveler is seeking a local contract nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a local contract nursing job in Yakima, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a fast-paced Emergency Department position at a Level III trauma center, requiring a minimum of 3 years of high-acuity ED experience and a full suite of emergency certifications.

Details

• Work in a 34-bed Emergency Department at a 226-bed Level III non-profit community hospital
• Department sees 200–250 ED patients per day, making it one of the busiest EDs in the state
• Patient population spans neonate to geriatric, including pediatric medical and trauma, stroke (TNK administration), cardiac (cath lab), behavioral health, substance use disorder, and multi-system trauma cases
• ED is organized into zones, including a 13-bed fast track 'green zone'
• Patient ratios of 1:3–5 based on acuity
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a); mid and evening shift options also available
• Every other weekend rotation required; back-to-back weekends possible on rare occasion
• No floating or on-call requirements
• EMR: Epic (required)

Requirements

• Active WA RN license or compact RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience in a large-volume, high-acuity ED
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, TNCC, and NIHSS
• Epic EMR experience required
• Triage experience required; must pass the facility's Triage Test prior to triaging independently
• Proficiency with barcode scanning medication administration, medication drip management, and blood product administration
• Ability to set up chest tubes and arterial lines, assist with trauma and code cases, perform splinting, and manage BiPAP/ventilators
• Strong understanding of the ESI triage system
• Pediatric emergency medicine experience highly preferred
• Point-of-care lab experience is a plus
• At least one supervisor-level reference (Charge Nurse, Manager, Director, or above) required for consideration; a second reference will be required prior to start

Additional Information

• Provide high-acuity emergency nursing care across a diverse patient population, including stabilization and transfer coordination for neurosurgery, multi-system trauma, and high-acuity pediatric cases
• Must complete the facility's clinical interview and unit review process (SimpliFi) as part of the hiring workflow
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Scrubs must be any solid color with no logos

American Traveler Job ID #P-726842L. 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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