Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,915 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• 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: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ED RN for a Level 1 Trauma Center on the night shift, requiring at least 2 years of ED experience and TNCC certification.

Details

• Level 1 Trauma Center ED at an 885-bed academic medical center
• Unit includes 55 horizontal beds, 6 vertical beds, 15 observation beds, and 5 BH holding beds, averaging 200-220 patients per day
• Currently in the 2nd of 3 renovation phases, with plans for 2 fixed-wing helicopter pads
• Regional Trauma Center receiving all ED patients including trauma, stroke, and STEMI cases
• Treats a wide range of conditions including GSWs, MVCs, MI, CVA, overdoses, cardiac/respiratory arrest, and psychiatric emergencies
• RN patient ratios vary by acuity: 3:1, 4:1, 5:1, or 6:1
• LPN ratios also vary by acuity: 4:1, 5:1, or 6:1
• 12-hour night shifts from 1900-0700, scheduled for 36 hours per week
• EOW (every other weekend) rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• May float to the ED Transition Care Unit
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell med dispensing, Phillips monitors, GE ultrasounds, and GE EKG machines

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required
• First-time travelers considered only with 3+ years of Level 1 trauma center experience
• Minimum 12 months of core ED experience within the last year required
• At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care using evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making
• Support ED patients across a wide acuity spectrum in a fast-paced trauma environment
• Travelers will not likely be utilized in Trauma bays during initial contracts
• Team support includes ED Techs, Unit Secretary, Charge Nurse, 24/7 Critical Care Pharmacists, Paramedic Staff, Resource/Pod Leader Nurses, 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalists, and Intensivists
• SANE Quality Coordinator available for specialized cases
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Scrub color required: Royal Blue
• Free parking provided
• Travelers required to work 75% of holidays
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as local candidates are not accepted
• Previous employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position

American Traveler Job ID #P-756947. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.

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