Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Travel RN - Emergency DeptAmerican TravelerWalnut Creek, California, United StatesPosition ID: P-775490Position status: OpenAssignment type: travelShift: RotatingLength (weeks): 14Openings: 1Start date: 2026-11-17$2,759.57/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)DescriptionAmerican Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Room RN for a Level 2 Trauma Center requiring strong ER travel experience and Epic proficiency.DetailsLevel 2 Trauma Center Emergency Department with 44 bedsAverage daily census of 190-200 patients with fast discharge turnover and occasional inpatient holdsNurse to patient ratio of 1:4Patient population includes STEMI, stroke, syncope, weakness, trauma, and falls with a high elderly demographic12-hour rotating shifts (day/evening) with varied start times (5a, 7a, 9a, 10a, 11a) and must be willing to work all listed start times36 hours per weekEvery other weekend requiredNo on-call requirementsNo floating requiredNo charge nurse responsibilitiesDocumentation via Epic and medication management via PyxisSupport available from ER Techs, Physician Assistants, Respiratory Therapy, and Anesthesia 24/7RNs perform IV starts, venipuncture, and EKGs; RT manages vents, breathing treatments, and ABGsSpecialized equipment includes arterial lines in trauma, Hospira infusion pumps, and pediatric syringe pumpsRequirementsActive CA RN license requiredBLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA only) or ENPC, and NIHSS certifications requiredCEN and TNCC certifications strongly preferredMinimum 2 years of recent ER experience required; 3-5 years preferredPrior ER travel experience requiredStrong, demonstrable Epic experience required with work history reflecting Epic useTrauma and pediatric experience strongly preferredMust reside within a 50 mile radiusSuperior professional references requiredNo active per diem positions permitted while on assignmentAdditional InformationResponsible for triaging ambulance patients at bedside and managing a fast-paced ED environmentStrong critical thinking skills required to manage high-acuity and high-volume patient flowPatient population is well-educated and vocal, with a major facility focus on patient experience and nursing excellenceOrientation includes 2 ED shifts (24 hours total) plus 1 shift with an educator (4-6 hours)One major holiday coverage required; manager is unable to approve holiday time off requestsDress code includes professional-colored scrubs (no denim), non-skid closed-toe shoes, minimal jewelry, and neat hair/facial hairNail polish must be chip-free with no gels, acrylics, or extensionsGood teamwork and a positive attitude are emphasizedCandidates with significant ED experience and minimal orientation needs may be considered without prior travel experience