Travel ED - Emergency Department RN

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring a compact or LA RN license and 2+ years of ER experience.

• Emergency Department setting treating a combined adult/pediatric, non-trauma patient population
• Average daily census of 114 with 29 rooms
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
• Unit schedules 3x12 or 4x12 shifts, day shift 6:45am-7:15pm
• Epic EMR experience required
• No call-in requirement for this unit
• May be assigned to an Emergency Team during facility emergency events, requiring extended onsite presence or participation in a relief team

• Active RN license, Compact or LA license required in hand
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and CPI certifications required (CPI can be completed onsite)
• NRP and TNCC certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
• Epic charting system experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line care, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Experience with neurological and CVA patient care
• Experience administering emergency medications, IV insulin protocols, and IV vasopressors
• Experience with procedural sedation administration and monitoring
• Skilled in isolation precautions/PPE, orthopedic splinting, and managing ortho trauma
• Experience with pediatric patients and mental/behavioral health conditions
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Up-to-date NURSYS report required (within 4 weeks of submission)

• Work in a stroke-certified facility
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Orientation held 5 days a week
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• Must live more than 65 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Two Manager/Supervisor references (not Charge RNs) required to obtain clearance to start, though not required for initial consideration
• Former Ochsner Health permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have a 1-year separation before returning as a travel employee
• RTO requests must be included on profile and discussed during interview to avoid risk of offer rescission

American Traveler Job  #P-781465. 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.