Travel ED RN - $3,029 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• 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: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN for a Level II Trauma Center requiring 2+ years of ED experience and multiple specialty certifications.

Details

• Work in a 32-bed General Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric patients
• Level II Trauma Center with an average daily census of 120 patients
• 1:4 patient ratios on all shifts
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 or 3x12 hours (1900-0730)
• Weekend shifts required as needed
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities
• Cerner charting system preferred

Requirements

• Active IL RN license or ETA required to apply
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required
• Trauma experience required, either Level I or Level II
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC
• Preferred certifications: ENPC, NRP
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias and multisystem organ dysfunction
• Experience obtaining 12-lead EKGs
• Proficient in blood product administration, central line care, phlebotomy, and IV starts
• Experience with continuous IV paralytics, sedation, vasopressors, and procedural sedation administration
• Neurological case experience including CVA, ICP monitoring, neuro-trauma, spinal cord injury, and TBI
• Orthopedic trauma case experience required
• Pediatric case experience across a wide range of conditions including abuse identification, respiratory infections, and behavioral health concerns
• Psychiatric case experience including acute psychosis, overdose, and management of violent or suicidal patients
• Respiratory case experience including chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP, ABG interpretation, intubation, and ventilator care
• Shock/trauma case experience including gunshot wounds and traumatic amputations
• Isolation precautions and triage skills required
• Tele interpretation and ventilator experience required
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred

Additional Information

• Care for a high-acuity, combined adult and pediatric ED population at a Level II Trauma Center
• No block schedule accommodations available
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• Requested time off ideally limited to 5 days or fewer
• Required to work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Previous permanent or PRN employees must be separated from the facility for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Housing in the area can be difficult to find, so early planning is recommended

American Traveler Job ID #P-755773. 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.