Travel ER RN

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/03/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a Level II Trauma Center position requiring at least 2 years of ED experience and prior travel assignment experience.

• Work in a Level II Trauma Center Emergency Department treating combined adult/pediatric populations
• 1:4 patient ratio
• Day shift schedule (4x12 hours), alternating 36/48 hour weeks on mids schedule, with 48-hour weeks also considered
• 12 weekend shifts (Saturday or Sunday) required per contract
• Cerner charting system experience preferred
• Handles shock/trauma cases including gunshot wounds and traumatic amputations
• Provides cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition
• Manages respiratory emergencies including BiPAP/CPAP, ventilated patients, chest tubes, intubation, and ABG interpretation
• Administers IV vasopressors, emergency medications, and procedural sedation
• Manages neurological emergencies including CVA, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury
• Treats psychiatric presentations including acute psychosis, overdose, and suicidal patients

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the ER profession required
• Level II Trauma Center experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Resume required for consideration
• RTO required at time of consideration

• Provides comprehensive emergency care across pediatric, psychiatric, trauma, respiratory, neurological, and orthopedic presentations
• Performs triage and manages patients under isolation precautions with proper PPE
• Applies and manages splints for orthopedic cases
• Facility conducts its own mandatory drug screen upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with a positive result resulting in automatic cancellation
• Local candidates within 50-mile radius are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-766081. 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.