Travel ER RN - $3,079 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring an OR RN license and prior charge experience.

Details

• Work in the Emergency Department of a short-term acute care teaching hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• 13-week assignment with Night (4x12, 19:00-7:00) or Day (4x12, 7:00-19:00) shift options
• Weekend shifts required and may be scheduled more frequently than every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to other units and sister facilities within the health system may be required based on skill set
• Uses Epic for charting

Requirements

• Active RN license (OR license required, can be submitted with license pending unless otherwise specified)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Minimum 2 years of previous Charge RN experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
• Preferred certifications: PMAB Training, TNCC
• Required skills: IV therapy/Phlebotomy, arterial line management, central line care/management, respiratory care, care of ventilated patients
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and triage
• Epic charting experience required
• Must have a personal vehicle for this assignment

Additional Information

• Provide emergency department nursing care including cardiac monitoring, management of dysrhythmias, medications, and procedural sedation administration/monitoring
• Facility is a Level I Trauma Center, STEMI Certified, and Stroke Certified
• Any color scrubs accepted for general units; OR/Cath Lab scrubs are provided
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate, though local candidates may be accepted at a lower bill rate
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius from the facility
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront; up to 6 total days or 3 consecutive days may be auto-approved, with additional time subject to client approval and potential delays

American Traveler Job ID #P-737981. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.