Travel ER RN

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

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

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a night shift position requiring ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications along with Epic charting experience.

• Emergency Department setting treating a combined adult and pediatric patient population
• Level II Trauma Center, STEMI Certified, and Stroke Certified facility
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-7:15) with option of 36 or 48 hours per week
• 2 weekend shifts required per contract
• Uses Epic for charting
• Floating to like units within scope may be required based on facility needs

• Active KS or Compact RN license required at time of submission
• Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Skilled in trauma care including gunshot wounds, multisystem organ dysfunction, and shock/trauma management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition
• Proficient in IV therapy including arterial lines, central lines, blood product administration, and phlebotomy
• Experience managing respiratory emergencies including intubation assistance, BiPAP/CPAP, ventilator care, and ABG interpretation
• Skilled in administering emergency medications, IV vasopressors, and procedural sedation
• Experience with psychiatric emergencies including acute psychosis, overdose, and managing violent or suicidal patients
• Pediatric emergency care experience including asthma, epiglottitis, and sickle cell crisis
• Experience with orthopedic trauma and splint application
• Proficient in isolation precautions, PPE, and triage

• Provide emergency care across a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions including neurological, respiratory, psychiatric, and orthopedic cases
• Complete onsite orientation modules during facility orientation
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility as locals are not accepted
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• RTO must be submitted at time of application, with no more than 3 days auto-approved and none during the first week of orientation
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-775542. 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.