What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse ED position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position in a Level II Trauma Center, requiring at least two years of recent critical care experience and proficiency with Cerner or Epic.
Responsibilities
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.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/10/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position in a Level II Trauma Center, requiring at least two years of recent critical care experience and proficiency with Cerner or Epic.
Responsibilities
- Position is based in a hospital Emergency Department with very high acuity, functioning as a Level I
- Cares for a diverse patient population including trauma, STEMI, stroke, CHF, COPD, GI, GU, OB/GYN, pediatrics, and psychiatric cases
- Patient ratios are 1:4 for ER, 1:5 for medical-surgical holds, and 1:3 for ICU holds
- Cerner is the EMR used in this facility
- Uses Plum 360 IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Spacelabs monitors
- No floating required
- Unit is supported by CNAs, receptionist/HUC, phlebotomy until 0300, IV/VAT team, charge nurse, and hospitalist
- Shifts available include 7a-7p, 7p-7a, 11a-11p, and 3p-3a on a 4-week schedule cycle
- Weekend rotation is every other weekend or 4 weekend days per month, with no on-call
- Responsibilities include providing comprehensive ER nursing care to a high-acuity patient population
- Orientation includes 24 hours classroom and 24 hours on-unit for new or returning travelers absent over one year
- Scrubs in any solid color are permitted
- Parking is available in the parking garage
- Holiday coverage includes one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy
- Up to 7 days of requested time off can be approved, excluding blackout dates
- This is not a teaching facility
- First-time travelers are welcome if minimum requirements are met
- Active AL or compact RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC, and a nationally recognized Secure/CPI certification
- At least two years of recent critical care experience (ICU or ER), with the most recent year in a Level II ER and Cerner or Epic experience
- Experience caring for Level II Trauma or higher patients required
- Proficiency in trach care, vent care, ICU drips, chest tube, art line, central line, PICC, midline, port, foley, orthopedic splint/device application, BiPAP/Hi-Flow, and continuous bladder irrigation
- First-time travelers accepted with at least two years of experience and Cerner or Epic experience
- Perm staff must wait 6 months before returning as a traveler
- Must live more than 60 miles from the facility
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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.
Salary : $2,455