Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ER/Med-Surg Swing position at a Critical Access Hospital in Minnesota, requiring at least 2 years of ER experience and a rotating day/night schedule with every-other-weekend requirements.

Details

• Acute care setting at a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) designated as a Trauma Level IV, STEMI Receiving, and Stroke Center facility
• ER/Med-Surg Swing unit with 4 ER beds and 2 trauma bays, treating an average of 10 patients per day
• ER holds are intermixed within the ER; no separate fast track or triage area
• Separate psych/seclusion rooms are available on the unit
• Charting system: Point Click Care (PCC)
• Mindray telemetry monitors are used; RNs are required to read their own cardiac strips
• No monitor techs on the unit; no Respiratory Therapy (RT) coverage — RNs manage RT equipment
• Lab staff handle phlebotomy draws and X-Ray/CT transport
• ED physician coverage on each shift; charge nurse present each shift and takes a patient assignment
• Nurse aides/EMTs/paramedics/patient sitters are available on-call only
• 12-hour rotating Day/Night shifts: 7a–7p and 7p–7a, alternating one week of days and one week of nights
• Every-other-weekend (EOW) requirement
• Holiday coverage required when holidays fall within the assigned schedule
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Float requirement to Med/Surg and Swing Bed, which are on the same unit
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Active MN RN license (Standard or Compact/NLC) required; pending licenses are not accepted
• Required certifications (all must be active, no pending accepted): BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC; PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
• Previous Med/Surg experience required
• Experience reading cardiac monitor strips independently
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidate must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate

Additional Information

• RNs manage RT equipment independently, as there is no dedicated RT coverage in the ER
• Scrub color required: navy blue
• Orientation consists of one 12-hour shift (7a–7p or 7p–7a)
• Block scheduling will be considered
• Any requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed upfront; additional RTO will not be approved after consideration
• Candidates who have been directly employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility (including CHI and/or Dignity) within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-736058. 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.