Travel ER RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED
- Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Santa Monica, California.

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring a minimum of 3 years trauma/adult ER experience and a CA RN license.

• Combined adult/pediatric Emergency Department setting
• Average daily census of 140 with 21 beds
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 19:00-07:30, with possible mid/day shifts based on staffing needs
• Every other weekend required
• No floating outside of scope required
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active CA RN license required (EMSA not accepted)
• BSN required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Trauma and Adult Emergency Department, 5 years preferred
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, CPI, NIHSS, PALS
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in pediatric and adult emergency care including trauma, cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and psychiatric conditions
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central line care
• Experience with ventilator care, chest tube management, ABG interpretation, and intubation
• Experience administering emergency medications, IV vasopressors, and procedural sedation
• Experience managing dysrhythmias and obtaining 12-lead EKGs
• Experience with isolation precautions, PPE, triage, and orthopedic splinting

• Provide emergency care across a combined adult/pediatric patient population
• Manage a wide range of emergency conditions including trauma, cardiac events, respiratory distress, and behavioral health crises
• Navy blue scrub color required
• First-time travelers considered with caution based on strong ER nursing experience
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• Recommended to keep RTO under 7 days per assignment when possible
• Former UCLA contractors, travelers, or permanent employees must be cleared by Talent Management before reapplying, with a required 12-month separation for RNs
• Candidates currently active with any University of California (UC) entity, as employee or contractor, are not eligible for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-760159. 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.