Travel Emergency Room RN / ER Registered Nurse - Nights

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

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• 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: Nov 16, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring TNCC and NIHSS skills in a Level IV trauma center.
Details

• Acute care Emergency Department setting, Level IV trauma center
• 15 ED beds plus 2 trauma bays with a Fast Track and separate Triage area
• Separate Psych/seclusion rooms available with 24/7 in-house security
• Treats 35+ patients per day with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Common diagnoses include abdominal pain, chest pain, fever, cough, dyspnea, headache, injury, and extremity pain
• Administers cardiac, antihypertensive, antiarrhythmic, sedation, and analgesia drips
• RT staff available 24/7 managing vents, CPAP, BiPap, and High Flow equipment
• Both phlebotomy and RN staff perform lab draws
• Charge nurse takes a patient assignment
• Night shift schedule with 12-hour shifts
• Self-scheduling and block scheduling available
• Minimum of six weekend shifts required per six-week schedule
• Holiday coverage required
• Floating within Zone 1 may be required based on department need
• Call or standby requirements determined by nurse manager
• Uses EPIC EMR

Requirements

Active RN license, Colorado or Compact (NLC), required in hand
Minimum 2 years of recent ED experience required
BLS, ACLS, ENPC or PALS, NIHSS, NRP, and TNCC certifications required
Must demonstrate TNCC and NIHSS skills proficiency
BSN not required for this position
Must submit a copy of driver's license for consideration
Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility
Additional Information

Provide direct emergency nursing care across a wide range of acute presentations
Perform triage duties in a separate triage area as needed
Collaborate with RT, physicians, mid-levels, and support staff dependent on shift
Navy blue scrubs required
Orientation date and department-specific details assigned during orientation week
Clinicians must be in-state for the week of orientation even if initial modules are remote
First-time travelers may be considered
Candidates who have been directly employed by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year are not eligible
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.