Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Grundy Center, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for an Emergency Department position in Grundy Center, IA, requiring 24 months of ED experience, Epic EMR proficiency, and active PALS and TNCC certifications.

Details

• 6-bed Emergency Department in a hospital setting
• Treats patients of all ages, including pediatric cases
• Drip/titration experience required for TNK (tenecteplase), cardiac drips, RSI, insulin, and heparin; propofol used occasionally for moderate sedation
• Equipment used includes Lucas device, Spacelabs cardiac monitors, Airvo, and Hamilton ventilator
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (12-hour shifts)
• 36 hours per week
• Rotating weekend requirement
• No on-call responsibilities

Requirements

• Active IA RN license or compact/multistate RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA), TNCC, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS can be obtained during onboarding)
• Minimum 24 months of Emergency Department experience required
• Must have completed a travel contract within the previous 15 months
• Epic EMR experience required
• RSI (rapid sequence intubation) experience required
• Telemetry interpretation and reading experience required; Spacelabs cardiac monitor experience preferred
• Drip/titration experience required: TNK, cardiac drips, insulin, and heparin
• Lucas device experience highly preferred
• Airvo and Hamilton ventilator experience highly preferred
• De-escalation certification highly preferred (accepted: CPI, MOAB, MAB, or SAMA); facility is willing to consider candidates who obtain certification during onboarding
• Driver's license required

Additional Information

• Candidate must be comfortable serving as the sole RN on shift from 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM, working alongside an ED provider and ED clerk/tech; med-surg RNs are available for additional support
• Supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 24 months preferred
• Must cover 1–2 of the following summer holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day
• Candidates who have been employed by this health system (as FTE or PRN, including float pool) within the past 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are considered local and may be subject to a different pay rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-714212. 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.