Travel ED RN - $2,609 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/26/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 26, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level I Trauma Center in Worcester, MA, requiring a permanent MA RN license and at least 18 months of ED experience.

Details

• Work setting is a Level I Trauma Center and academic teaching hospital
• Emergency Department unit
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, starting at 7:00 PM (with rare flex up to 4 hours before or after start time based on critical department need)
• Must be available to work any day of the week — no special scheduling accommodations
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Telemetry monitoring is part of routine patient care
• Contract length options of 13 or 26 weeks available, with 36 or 48 hours per week options

Requirements

• Active, permanent MA RN license currently in hand is required
• Minimum 18 months of ED experience required; 2+ years preferred
• Level I Trauma Center experience required — strong candidates without it will be screened carefully
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Preferred certifications: NIHSS, TNCC
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry/cardiac monitoring and manage dysrhythmias
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher
• No prior disciplinary actions or priors on nursing license

Additional Information

• Orientation includes two pass/fail exams: a medication exam and a telemetry/EKG exam — each allows only one attempt; failure results in immediate contract cancellation
• Study materials are provided during the compliance process and facility-directed inservices (FDIs) to help prepare for orientation exams
• Candidates must reside more than 200 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates; local candidates within 200 miles are accepted at the same bill rate
• Former employees of the health system must have a 12-month separation before being considered
• Up to 14 days of RTO may be submitted for review; no RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment
• One major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's) may be included in RTO; priority given to candidates with minimal RTO requests and 26-week contracts
• This is a union facility; no special scheduling accommodations can be made for any reason
• Skills utilized include triage, care of ventilated patients, cardiac monitoring and emergency response, and psych/behavioral health ED experience is a plus
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-736939. 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.