Travel ER RN - $2,074 per week

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

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position at a brand-new community hospital, requiring a VA or compact RN license and Epic experience.

• Work in the Emergency Department of a newly opened community hospital featuring 14 beds, a trauma room, and 3 vertical care spaces
• General ED setting treating combined adult and pediatric patients
• 4:1 patient ratio
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
• 13-week assignment length
• Uses Epic EMR
• Floating may be requested based on facility needs
• Accepts local candidates at the same rate

• Active RN license required, VA license or compact license in hand
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• NIHSS certification required
• CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Specialty experience within the last year required
• Epic charting experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• Skilled in trauma care including gunshot wounds, traumatic amputations, and multisystem organ dysfunction management
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG interpretation
• Experienced in pediatric emergency care including asthma, epiglottitis, and near drowning
• Experienced in psychiatric emergency care including acute psychosis, suicidal patients, and managing violent behavior
• Skilled in respiratory interventions including BiPAP/CPAP, ventilator care, and ABG interpretation
• Skilled in IV therapy, central line care, and blood product administration
• Experienced in administration of emergency medications, vasopressors, and procedural sedation
• Skilled in neurological emergency care including CVA, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury
• Experienced in orthopedic trauma care including splinting
• Knowledgeable in isolation precautions, PPE, and triage protocols

• Provide comprehensive emergency care to a combined adult and pediatric patient population
• Support trauma response and treatment for high-acuity emergency cases
• Prior permanent employees must have separated from employment for at least 6 months before being eligible for a travel assignment
• RTO requests should be kept to a minimum, with no more than 7 days total during the assignment and no additional requests approved after an offer is extended

American Traveler Job  #P-745912. 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.