Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,144 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED
- Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in St Matthews, Kentucky.

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/08/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position at a STEMI and Primary Stroke Center requiring KY or compact RN licensure.

• Work in a hospital Emergency Department with 44 private beds treating 160+ patients daily
• Manages medical, trauma, cardiac, stroke, and psychiatric cases
• Designated STEMI and Primary Stroke Center
• Night shift schedule, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week
• 36 hours per week (0.9 FTE)

• Active, unrestricted KY or compact RN license
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• ADN or ASN required, BSN preferred
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety needs and implement appropriate safety devices
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with interdisciplinary care team

• Provide direct patient care including assessments, treatments, and care coordination across the nursing process
• Facilitate admission, transfer, and discharge activities, including discharge teaching and coordination with Case Management
• Deliver patient and family-centered education tailored to age, culture, and developmental level
• Delegate and oversee care tasks performed by other team members, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities, including patient satisfaction, falls prevention, and documentation audits
• Promote a positive, healing environment through evidence-based nursing practice

American Traveler Job  #P-745224. 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.