Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $2,038 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level 3 Trauma Center in Colorado, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ED experience and active TNCC certification.

Details

• Emergency Department (ED) at an acute care hospital designated as a Level 3 Trauma Center, STEMI Receiving Center, and Stroke Center
• Treats an average of 63 patients per day across a mixed acuity population including abdominal pain, DM, NSTEMI, pneumonia, trauma, stroke, and HTN
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5 based on acuity
• ER holds are intermixed within the ED; no separate psych/seclusion rooms
• Charting performed in Epic
• 12-hour night shifts, every other weekend required
• Every other holiday required
• Floating may be required within Zone 5 (a 60-mile radius zone) in cases of extreme need
• No on-call or standby requirement
• RT is available 24/7 and performs breathing treatments and ABGs
• Unit support includes techs who assist with secretary work, floor nursing support, and triage
• No monitor techs on unit — RNs are required to read and interpret telemetry independently
• RNs will be trained to perform Point-of-Care lab testing; phlebotomy is not a separate draw service
• Schedule is set by leadership based on unit needs

Requirements

• Active CO RN license or Compact (NLC) RN license currently in hand — pending licenses will not be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required
• Required certifications (all must be active, AHA-issued): ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC — pending certifications will not be accepted
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry independently
• Driver's license required for consideration
• 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, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidates must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates

Additional Information

• Candidates must be physically present in-state for the week of orientation, even if initial modules are completed remotely
• Unit-specific orientation is 2–3 days
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity-affiliated facility within the past year; candidates who worked PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Travelers are responsible for securing housing that allows them to float throughout the full 60-mile zone radius as required
• Charge nurses take patient assignments on this unit

American Traveler Job ID #P-730544. 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.