Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse - $2,301 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position at a high-acuity, Stroke and STEMI Certified facility, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ED experience and active GA or Compact RN license.

Details

• Large, high-acuity general Emergency Department (non-trauma) with Stroke and STEMI certification
• 59-bed ED averaging 165–175 patients per day
• Patient population ranges from adolescents to geriatrics
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Uses Epic (required) and Pyxis
• Day shift schedule, 4x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:00)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating is rare but may occur within the facility and scope of practice as needed
• No on-call requirements specified

Requirements

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and PALS
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Certification copies required for consideration
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above; charge nurses not accepted) are highly preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Travelers must have been away from all facilities within this health system for a minimum of 1 full year before returning as a traveler
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• RTO maximum is 7 days per contract; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• RTO blackout dates apply: Spring Break (April 4–12)
• Holiday coverage policy: if 1 or 2 major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work all of them with no holiday RTO allowed; if 3 major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler must be available for 2, with 1 holiday RTO request eligible for review
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• No alternate shifts or special scheduling requests are permitted; the posted shift is firm
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• Full compliance must be completed on time; delays may result in a 2-week start date pushback due to a bi-weekly orientation schedule

American Traveler Job ID #P-717711. 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.