Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,434 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring Trauma Level 2 experience, EPIC proficiency, and IL RN licensure.

Details

• Work in a hospital Emergency Department setting
• Night shift schedule from 3:00PM-3:00AM
• 36 hours per week over 3 shifts of 12 hours each
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• 2 call shifts required per 6-week schedule period, with 13-hour call shifts and expectation to be onsite within one hour
• 2-week nights rotation required of all travelers
• No block scheduling available
• Holiday coverage required on a rotation basis
• Uses EPIC EMR for charting

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association required
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant nursing experience required
• ASN required, BSN preferred
• TNCC highly preferred
• Trauma Level 2 experience required
• EPIC charting experience required

Additional Information

• Serve as the primary RN for a designated group of ED patients, applying the nursing process to deliver individualized care
• Complete patient assessments, develop care plans, and modify interventions based on continuous evaluation
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation to support seamless communication across the healthcare team
• Collaborate with providers, patients, and families to promote a safe and healing care environment
• Identify and report safety hazards, contributing to a culture of patient and staff safety
• Provide peer feedback and engage in ongoing professional development
• This is classified as a high-risk department assignment
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• RTO not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-738826. 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.