Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $2,168 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• 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: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level I Trauma, teaching hospital in New Mexico, requiring TNCC prior to consideration and a minimum of 2 years of ED experience.

Details

• Emergency Department (ED) at a Level I Trauma, Children's, and acute care teaching hospital with 554 staffed beds
• Approximately 60–80% of the ED census consists of admitted/boarding patients; many ED rooms function as ED Holding
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM); 36 or 48 hours per week
• Weekends are required as needed; weekend nights are defined as Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Charting is done in Cerner
• No on-call requirement
• Floating to Adult PCUs is expected based on staffing needs; floating to Peds ED is optional; potential floating to ED Holding and Trauma is based on experience
• Block scheduling is not available
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NM or Compact RN license required; NM license may be pending at time of submission
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and NIH Stroke Scale — TNCC must be in hand prior to consideration; NIH may be pending until the compliance document due date
• RQI certifications are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required; candidates with 1.5 years may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
• Level I Trauma experience strongly preferred
• Travel nursing experience strongly preferred; first-time travelers with 2+ years of Level I Trauma experience may be considered
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include medication administration (including IV medications per the seven medication rights) and documentation and communication of clinical findings
• Travelers should expect assignments to include, and may consist primarily of, admitted/boarding patients due to an increased volume of admit holds
• Scrubs must be black and are not provided by the facility
• Parking is free
• COVID vaccination is optional; documentation of vaccination series or a signed declination form is required for reporting purposes
• All time off requests must be submitted at time of initial consideration; RTO exceeding 7 days requires approval
• Travelers who have worked 4 consecutive assignments or reached the one-year mark are required to take a 6-month break before returning

American Traveler Job ID #P-715847. 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.