Travel ER RN - $1,866 per week

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a busy, high-acuity Emergency Department position requiring prior travel and Epic EMR experience.

• Work in a large, high-acuity, non-trauma General Emergency Department
• Treat a patient population ranging from adolescents to geriatrics
• 59-bed ER averaging 165-175 patients per day
• 1:4 patient ratio
• Uses Epic EMR (required) and Pyxis medication system
• Facility is Stroke and STEMI Certified
• Evening shift, 3x12 hours (1:00 PM - 1:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required unless otherwise specified
• Rare floating within facility and scope of practice as needed

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required, with at least 2-3 completed ER travel contracts preferred
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS
• Preferred certifications: SANE, TNCC
• Required Epic EMR experience
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Skilled in triage, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG
• Experience managing psychiatric and behavioral health patients, including acute psychosis and suicidal patients
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Skilled in identifying and reporting neglect or abuse

• Provide emergency care across a wide range of conditions including respiratory infections, seizures, head injuries, and mental/behavioral health conditions
• Manage patients with traumatic injuries such as gunshot wounds and traumatic amputations
• Utilize isolation precautions and PPE as needed
• Apply and manage splints for orthopedic trauma cases
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum 7 days RTO per contract, which must be finalized prior to submission
• RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling within the assignment period (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day)
• If one or two major holidays occur during the assignment, no holiday RTO can be requested
• If three major holidays occur during the assignment, one holiday RTO request may be considered
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Previous Piedmont employees (perm, per diem, or FCSS) must be away from all Piedmont facilities for one full year before applying as a traveler
• Returning travelers who were previously cancelled or given a do-not-return status must complete one assignment outside Piedmont before reapplying

American Traveler Job  #P-741522. 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

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.