Travel ER/Med Surg Swing RN - $2,254 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: May 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 5

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ER/Med-Surg Swing position at a Critical Access Hospital, requiring at least 2 years of ER experience and the ability to rotate between day and night shifts.

Details

• Acute care setting within a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) designated as a Trauma Level IV, STEMI Receiving, and Stroke Center facility
• ER/Med-Surg Swing unit with 4 beds and 2 trauma bays, averaging approximately 10 patients treated 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
• RNs are responsible for reading their own telemetry strips using Mindray monitors
• No Respiratory Therapy on staff in the ER; RNs manage RT equipment including vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow
• Lab staff perform phlebotomy draws
• EMR: Point Click Care (PCC)
• 12-hour shifts rotating days and nights (7a–7p and 7p–7a); block scheduling considered
• Every other weekend (EOW) required
• Holidays required if they fall within the blocked schedule
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Floating required to Med/Surg and Swing Bed, which are on the same unit

Requirements

• Active MN RN license (Standard or Compact/NLC) required; pending licenses are not accepted
• Required certifications (all must be active; pending not accepted): BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC
• PALS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
• Previous Med-Surg experience required
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the position
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked — both must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• A valid driver's license must be provided for consideration

Additional Information

• Candidates who have been directly employed full-time, part-time, or PRN by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity-affiliated facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Orientation consists of one 12-hour shift (7a–7p or 7p–7a)
• Navy blue scrubs required
• All RTO must be requested upfront; additional RTO will not be approved after submission
• An ED physician is on staff; a charge nurse is present each shift and takes a patient assignment
• Nurse aides, EMTs, paramedics, and patient sitters are available on an on-call basis
• No monitor techs in the ER; RNs independently read telemetry strips

American Traveler Job ID #P-700613. 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.

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