Emergency Room Registered Nurse

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: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 18 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring NM or compact RN licensure and prior Level II trauma experience.

Details

• Work in the Emergency Department of a Level I Trauma, teaching hospital with 554 staffed beds
• Approximately 60%-80% of ED patients are admitted, with many rooms designated as ED Holding
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
• 36 or 48 hour contracts available, with 48 hours reserved for travelers with both Level 1 trauma and travel experience
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Uses Cerner charting system
• Scheduled for weekends as needed (Saturday/Sunday days, Friday-Sunday nights)
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to Adult PCUs expected based on staffing needs, with optional floating to Peds ED and potential floating to ED Holding and Trauma

Requirements

• Active RN license (NM or Compact) required, may pend at time of submission
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC (TNCC must be obtained before submission)
• RQI certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required (1.5 years may be considered)
• Level II trauma experience required, Level I trauma experience strongly preferred
• Travel experience strongly preferred, though candidates with 2+ years of Level I trauma experience may be considered
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy and cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation/management required
• Trauma/resuscitation experience required

Additional Information

• Provide emergency care including medication administration via IV, following the seven medication rights, and documenting/communicating clinical findings
• Currently seeing an increased number of admit holds
• Must work 2 out of 3 holiday bundles (Thanksgiving & the day after, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, NYE & NYD)
• COVID vaccine is optional, but candidates must upload vaccination series or a declination form
• Scrub color is black, not facility-provided
• No parking fee
• Facility may call off shifts up to 3 times during a 13-week assignment
• Requests for RTO greater than 7 days require approval, with no RTO during the first or last 7 days of the contract
• Not open to accommodating block schedules
• No local candidates accepted within a 100-mile radius
• Candidates must provide a non-local driver's license
• Pending licenses accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.