Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,182 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity Level II Emergency Department position requiring TNCC certification and a minimum of 2 years of critical care experience.

Details

• Work in a 71-bed, high-acuity Level II Emergency Department that functions at a Level I capacity
• Patient population includes multi-system trauma, STEMI, stroke, CHF, COPD, GI, GU, OB/GYN, pediatrics, and psychiatric cases
• Patient ratios: 1:4 (ER), 1:5 (MS holds), 1:3 (ICU holds)
• Specialized skills utilized include trach care, vent care, ICU drip management, chest tube, art line, CVL, PICC, midline, port, Foley, splint/ortho device application, BiPAP/hi-flow oxygen, and continuous bladder irrigation
• EMR: Cerner (experience preferred); IV pumps: Plum 360; medication dispensing: Omnicell; monitors: Spacelabs
• 12-hour night shifts (7:00p–7:00a), 36 hours per week
• Additional shift times available: 11a–11p, 3p–3a
• Every other weekend rotation required, or 4 weekend days per month on a block schedule
• No floating required
• No on-call responsibilities
• 4-week scheduling cycle

Requirements

• Active AL or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, and Secure/CPI (nationally recognized/JACHO accepted)
• First-time travelers must have at least 2 years of experience, Cerner or Epic EMR experience, and Level II Trauma or higher experience
• Experienced travelers must have at least 2 years of critical care experience (ICU, ER, or MS hold) with the most recent year in a Level II or higher ED; Cerner or Epic experience preferred
• Proficiency with trach care, vent management, ICU drips, chest tubes, arterial lines, CVL, PICC, midline, port access, Foley catheter, BiPAP/hi-flow, and continuous bladder irrigation required
• One professional reference from a charge nurse or above from the past 12 months required for consideration
• DOB (day and month) required for consideration
• Full SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Unit support includes CNAs (1:12 ratio), a receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, phlebotomy (available until 3:00a), IV/VAT team, and hospitalist coverage
• New travelers to the facility and return travelers absent for 1 or more years will complete 24 hours of classroom orientation followed by 24 hours of on-unit orientation; orientation for rehires is determined based on time since last assignment
• One major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy is expected; holiday scheduling is not guaranteed in advance
• Blackout dates (RTO not approved) in 2026 include: 1/19–20, 2/13–16, all of March, 4/18–20, 5/10–12, 5/24–26, 6/14–16, 7/3–6, 8/30–9/1, 10/30–11/2, 11/26–30, and 12/21–1/1
• Up to 7 days of time off may be approved, excluding blackout dates
• Scrub color: any solid color
• Parking garage available on site
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former permanent staff must wait 6 months before being considered as a traveler
• An interview is required as part of the selection process
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply provided they meet the stated experience requirements

American Traveler Job ID #P-730582. 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.