Travel ER RN - $2,104 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department role requiring 2+ years of ED experience and a MO or compact RN license.

Details

• High-acuity Emergency Department with an average daily census of 97 and 26 beds
• Approximately 26 patient visits per day
• Adult and geriatric patient population, with 40% of patients over age 60
• High admission rate with 40% of patients admitted
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 each shift, including weekends
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15, with potential for 14:45-03:15 as needed
• Every other weekend coverage required
• Primary Stroke Center providing TPA administration
• Level 1 STEMI heart center designation
• Non-trauma facility managing Level 3 trauma patients
• ESI acuity mix includes 23% Level 1-2 patients and 6% Level 4 patients
• Performs moderate sedation, chest tubes, intubations, central lines, and defibrillation/pacing
• Floating required within service line

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, STEMI, NIHSS
• Preferred certifications: TNCC, CPI, ENPC, SANE
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Conscious/moderate sedation competency required
• Triage and ventilator management experience preferred
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, and central line care
• Experience managing dysrhythmias and cardiac monitoring
• Experience with psychiatric patients including acute psychosis and suicidal patients preferred

Additional Information

• Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of acuity levels, including stroke and STEMI patients
• Perform TPA mixing and administration as part of stroke care protocols
• Navy blue or grey scrubs required
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of assignment
• Additional RTO requests cannot be accommodated after submission or during the assignment
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Standard travelers may work up to 18 months at this facility before requiring a 3-month break in service
• Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing; shaving required if necessary
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-769245. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.