Travel Emergency Dept RN

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Travel RN for a 13-week Emergency Department night shift assignment, requiring 2-3 years of ER experience and TNCC certification.

• Night shift position, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, 13-week assignment
• 27-bed Emergency Department with approximately 50 RNs and 25 medics
• Staffing includes 1 charge nurse, 5 RNs, and 2-3 medics per shift, with additional RNs added during peak hours
• Patient ratios of 4-6:1
• Uses Meditech EMR
• No on-call requirements
• No floating required
• Weekend requirement of four weekend shifts within a four-week scheduling period

• Active VA or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC
• Preferred certifications: ENPC, NRP, and NIH Stroke Certification
• Minimum 2-3 years of recent ER experience required
• Must have completed 2-3 previous travel assignments
• High acuity, fast-paced, high-volume ER experience preferred
• Experience with 5:1 patient ratios preferred
• No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months

• Perform RSI, sepsis interventions, stroke protocol with tPA administration, and central line placement
• Provide care for psychiatric patients and manage EMTALA-compliant transfers to other facilities
• Team environment values a relaxed, friendly, and respectful approach
• Scrub color/attire required: navy blue or white
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, no local candidates accepted
• First-time travelers not considered due to travel assignment experience requirement

American Traveler Job  #P-770472. 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.