Travel ER RN

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

• 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: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring a KS or compact RN license and at least 2 years of ED experience.

• Acute care Emergency Room unit with 6 beds/trauma bays
• No designated trauma level, STEMI receiving, or stroke center designation
• Treats approximately 8 patients per day with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• No Fast Track or separate triage area
• ER holds are intermixed within the ER, no separate psych/seclusion rooms
• Common diagnoses include abdominal pain, chest pain, fever, cough, dyspnea, headache, injury, and extremity pain
• Common drips include cardiac, antihypertensive, antiarrhythmic, and sedation/analgesia medications
• RNs read their own telemetry strips using GE monitors
• RNs administer breathing treatments and EKGs after hours; RT handles all ABGs
• RT equipment includes vents, CPAP, BiPap, and high flow devices
• No onsite X-ray or CT in the ER
• RNs draw their own labs
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Night shift schedule with self-scheduling and block scheduling options
• Weekend requirement of a minimum of six shifts per six-week schedule
• Holiday coverage required
• Call or standby requirements determined by nurse manager
• Floating within Zone 4 (Bob Wilson, SCD, SCG) may be required in cases of extreme need
• Charge nurse takes patient assignments
• Unit staffed with 2 RNs 24/7, no nurse aides, EMTs, paramedics, or patient sitters

• Active KS or Compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA for BLS/ACLS)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• ED experience required
• NRP experience specifically required
• Driver's license copy required for consideration
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced emergency department setting
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Unit/department-specific orientation date and location assigned during orientation week
• Clinicians must be in-state for the orientation week, even if initial modules are remote
• First-time travelers may be considered
• Candidates may not have been directly employed by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility (including CHI and Dignity) within the past year, though PRN employment through outside firms is acceptable
• Travelers hired into this zone are expected to float within the assigned float zone and are responsible for securing housing that accommodates this requirement

American Traveler Job  #P-765822. 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.