American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/02/2026
- 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: Dec 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring a Mississippi/compact license, prior travel experience, and Level 2 trauma background.
Details
- Work in a 54-bed Emergency Department within a 650+ bed Level 2 trauma teaching facility
- Patient population includes trauma, cardiac, stroke, COPD, asthma, RSV, and abdominal pain cases, ages 21+
- Patient ratio of 1:4 (1:6 if ER holds are awaiting inpatient beds)
- 12-hour evening shift schedule at 36 hours per week
- EMR systems used are Wellsoft, SCM, and Epic
- Float required to units within competencies
- No on-call requirements
- No block or self-scheduling; staff scheduled based on facility need
- Weekend and holiday coverage required
Requirements
- Active MS RN license or compact license required at time of consideration
- Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Room experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required (non-negotiable)
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA) certifications required
- TNCC certification required at time of consideration
- Strongly prefer experience in a 400+ bed or Level 2 trauma facility
- Skills required include critical care drip management with titration, IV starts, ventilator management, IV pump operation, arterial line management, central line management, lab draws, blood culture collections, intubations, and EKG interpretation
- Must pass a pre-assignment Basic and Advanced Dysrhythmia (rhythm strip) competency test with a minimum score of 80%
- Fingerprinting process must begin within 48 hours of offer acceptance
- Full DOB and SSN required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide emergency care across a wide range of patient conditions including trauma, cardiac, and respiratory cases
- Utilize new Zoll Defibrillators as part of unit equipment
- Navy blue scrubs required and not provided by facility
- Must maintain full availability and scheduling flexibility, including working around 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, or 1/1 holidays
- Expected to maintain this position as primary work commitment above any other assignments
- Orientation held every Wednesday for RNs/LPNs
- Covid vaccine and flu shot are not required; if declined, a mask must be worn except during meals
- Candidates must not have worked in a permanent or per diem role at this health system within the past 12 months
- Local candidates may be submitted
- Position located within a 50-mile local rate radius
American Traveler Job ID #P-788751. 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
About American Traveler
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.