Travel Psych ED RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED
- Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Durham, North Carolina.

• 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

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Psychiatric ED position requiring 2+ years of Psych ED and ED experience along with an active NC or Compact RN license.

• Work in the Behavioral Health/Psychiatric Emergency Department of a hospital setting
• Treats psychiatric and behavioral health patients including acute psychosis, suicidal patients, drug overdoses, and management of violent behavior
• Also treats general ED patients including pediatric, trauma, cardiac, respiratory, and neurological cases
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Floats to Medical ED as needed
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR used for charting
• Bi-weekly orientation schedule

• Active RN license, NC or Compact, required in hand at time of consideration
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and CPI (in hand or willing to obtain during compliance)
• Minimum 2 years of Psych ED and ED experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Must pass an EKG/Telemetry exam onsite
• 1 supervisory reference from within the last year required for consideration
• Flu vaccination required with no exemptions or declinations accepted

• Provide direct nursing care to psychiatric and behavioral health patients in an emergency department setting
• Manage triage, isolation precautions/PPE, and point-of-care testing as part of daily responsibilities
• Interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias and obtain 12-lead EKGs/ECGs as needed
• Royal blue scrub color required
• First-time travelers are not considered for this position
• Local candidates accepted at a reduced rate within a 75-mile radius
• Candidates with prior permanent employment at this health system must not have worked there within the past 6 months
• RTO must be limited to 5-7 days maximum

American Traveler Job  #P-770744. 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
- Psychiatric

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.