Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - Travel - (ER RN) - Day Shift

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Salem, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Sep 21, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 3
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring TNCC certification and prior travel assignment experience.
Details

• 27-bed Emergency Department with roughly 50 RNs and 25 medics on staff
• Day shift staffing includes 1 charge nurse, 5 RNs, 2-3 medics, increasing by additional RNs at 11am and 3pm
• Night shift staffing includes 1 charge nurse, 5 RNs, and 2-3 medics
• Patient ratios of 4-6:1
• Uses Meditech EMR
• 13-week assignment, night shift 7:00 PM-7:00 AM
• No floating required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Weekend requirement of four weekend shifts (Friday or Saturday for nights; Saturday or Sunday for days) within a four-week scheduling period

Requirements

Active RN license (VA or Compact)
Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC
Preferred certifications: ENPC, NRP, NIH Stroke Certification
Minimum 2-3 years of ER experience required
Must have completed 2-3 prior travel assignments
Experience in high-acuity, fast-paced, high-volume ERs preferred
Experience with 5:1 patient ratios preferred
No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months
US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSNs accepted)
One professional reference required
Additional Information

Perform emergency care duties including RSI, sepsis interventions, stroke protocol with tPA administration, central line placement, psychiatric patient care, and EMTALA transfers to other facilities
Team environment described as relaxed, easygoing, friendly, and respectful
Scrub color requirement: navy blue or white
Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
Previous employees status not specified
American Traveler Job ID #P-751027. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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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