Travel Emergency Department RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED
- Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/07/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring Level II trauma experience and a current NM or compact RN license.

• Emergency Department setting within a Level I trauma, teaching, and children's hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Approximately 60%-80% of the ED consists of admitted patients, with many rooms functioning as ED Holding
• Evening shift, 3x12 hours (15:00-03:30)
• 36 or 48 hour contracts available, with 48 hours limited to travelers with both Level I trauma and travel experience
• Weekend scheduling required as needed (Saturday/Sunday days, Friday-Sunday nights)
• No on-call requirement
• Floating to Peds ED optional, floating to Adult PCUs expected based on staffing needs, with potential floating to ED Holding and Trauma
• Charting completed in Cerner

• Active NM or compact RN license required, may pend at time of submission
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC (TNCC must be obtained prior to signing)
• RQI certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required, with consideration for candidates with 1.5 years
• 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
• Skills in arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, and procedural sedation preferred
• Experience with ventilated patients, IV vasopressors, and continuous IV sedation preferred
• Experience with CVA, neuro-trauma, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury preferred
• Experience with gunshot wounds and traumatic amputation preferred
• Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required
• Isolation precautions/PPE and triage skills required

• Administer medications including IV medications following the seven rights of medication administration
• Document and communicate clinical findings accurately
• No local candidates accepted within 100 miles of the facility, non-local driver's license required on file
• RTO greater than 7 days requires approval, with a maximum of 7 days and 1 holiday preferred
• No RTO permitted during the first 7 days or last day of the contract
• December start dates require working Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day for holiday pay; no RTO accepted for these holidays
• Scrub color is black or not provided
• COVID vaccination is optional, but candidates must upload vaccination series or declination for facility reporting
• A 6-month system break is required after 1 year or 4 consecutive assignments, whichever comes first
• Former staff must have a 12-month separation before returning
• First-time travelers may be considered only if they have 2+ years of Level I trauma experience

American Traveler Job  #P-779394. 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

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.