Travel ER RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED
- Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in West Plains, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN with MO or Compact RN licensure and a minimum of 2 years of emergency department experience for a 13-week evening shift assignment.

• General Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric patients in a STEMI and Stroke Certified facility
• Evening shift schedule, 3x12 hours (2:00 PM - 2:00 AM)
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Every other weekend required
• May float to other departments as Helping Hands or take patient assignments within scope and competency
• Meditech charting system used

• Active RN license (MO or Compact) required at time of consideration
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and SAFE (provided at facility); NRP and TNCC preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of ER experience required
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG acquisition
• Skilled in IV therapy and phlebotomy, including arterial line and central line management and blood product administration
• Skilled in respiratory care including intubation assistance, BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilator care, chest tube management, and ABG interpretation
• Skilled in medication administration including IV vasopressors, continuous IV sedation/paralytics, and procedural sedation monitoring
• Skilled in neurological care including CVA, ICP monitoring, and traumatic brain/spinal cord injury management
• Skilled in shock/trauma care including gunshot wounds and traumatic amputations
• Skilled in orthopedic care including splinting and ortho trauma management
• Skilled in pediatric and psychiatric emergency care, including management of violent behavior and suicidal patients
• Proficient in triage and isolation precautions/PPE

• Provide emergency care across adult and pediatric populations, including cardiac, respiratory, neurological, orthopedic, psychiatric, and trauma cases
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Minimize RTO requests, with no calendar week off preferred during the assignment; any RTO must be approved before start and documented
• Expect to work some holidays
• Local candidates not accepted
• Must reside outside a 60-mile radius with no exceptions
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-780112. 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.