Travel ER RN

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring 2+ years of ED experience in a high-acuity, urban hospital setting and BSN.

• Level IV Trauma, STEMI Level I, and Stroke Level II ER with 45 beds including 4 hallway spots, 4 vertical rooms, 1 trauma bay, 1 resuscitation bay, and 1 cardiac room
• Separate triage area (travelers do not triage) and 4 dedicated psych/seclusion rooms with 1:1 sitters
• ER holds are intermixed within the department rather than in a separate holding area
• Average of 170 patients treated per day with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5
• Treats pediatric and adult patients with strokes, STEMIs, trauma, abdominal pain, and high-acuity ESI Level I cases; pediatric patients are stabilized and transferred out
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Support staff includes CNAs (1:5-9 ratio) performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and non-irrigation wound care, in-house 24/7 security, and RTs performing ABGs and breathing treatments
• RNs must read and interpret cardiac monitor telemetry using Space Labs equipment
• X-Ray and CT available in the ER with overflow to main radiology; RNs, CNAs, and phlebotomy staff draw labs
• 12-hour evening and night shifts with varied start times , , ); no block scheduling
• Minimum of 2 weekends (4 Saturdays/Sundays) required in a 6-week period
• Holiday coverage as needed
• No call or standby requirements
• Rarely required to float, but may float to other network ER locations

• Active RN license (Idaho or Compact) required at time of submission
• BSN required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, PALS, and ENPC
• Minimum 2.5 years of ED experience required, ideally from a larger urban hospital setting
• Trauma experience preferred
• Experience with common ED drips including Nicardipine, Propofol, Fentanyl, Norepinephrine, Nitroglycerin, Versed, and Precedex
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

• Care for high-acuity patients including stroke, STEMI, trauma, and abdominal pain cases across pediatric and adult populations
• Charge nurse role does not carry a patient assignment; additional support provided by Assistant Nurse Manager and Administrative Supervisor
• At least 1 physician and 1 APP staffed daily, with up to 6 providers on hand at peak times
• One shift of unit-specific orientation following hospital and Epic orientation
• Dress code requires clean, professional scrubs with no specific color requirement
• Facility maintains a 50-mile radius rule; local candidates within this radius will not be considered
• Client may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment
• Former permanent employees must be separated from the facility for at least one year before applying for a travel assignment
• No blocked scheduling or special scheduling requests will be accommodated

American Traveler Job  #P-763553. 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.