Travel ED RN - $3,258 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in New London, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Psychiatric ED RN cross-trained in main ED care, requiring CT/compact RN license and 2 years of Level III trauma center experience.

Details

• Level III trauma, short-term acute care hospital setting with 252 staffed beds
• Primarily staffed in the psychiatric ED area, treating psychiatric patients of all ages with medical comorbidities
• May float to the main ED when psych volumes are low, per departmental needs
• Night shift, 4x12 hours )
• Works every other weekend
• Epic EMR experience required
• Patient ratio experience of 1:5-6

Requirements

• Active CT or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, CPI, and TNCC certifications required (candidates with certs pending may apply)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required (1.5 years considered for candidates with Level I trauma or travel experience)
• Epic charting system experience required
• Community hospital experience required
• Level II trauma center experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Experience managing psychiatric patients including acute psychosis, drug overdose, managing violent behavior, psychiatric holds, and suicidal patients
• Experience with pediatric emergency care, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and triage
• 1 professional reference required

Additional Information

• Provide emergency nursing care across both psychiatric and general ED patient populations
• Cross-training in both psych ED and main ED nursing required
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Free parking provided as part of the health system
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only
• Local candidates not accepted; must reside more than 75 miles from the hospital
• Former staff must have been separated from the organization for at least 2 years to return as a travel RN
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.