American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/26/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 26, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department position in Worcester, MA, requiring a permanent MA RN license and at least 18 months of ED experience.
Details
- Work setting is a Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department within an academic teaching hospital
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, with an 11:00 PM start time that may flex up to four hours earlier or later based on urgent staffing needs only
- Contract length options of 13 or 26 weeks available
- 36 or 48 hours per week scheduling options available
- Must be available to work any day of the week — no special scheduling accommodations can be made
- Epic EMR experience is preferred
- Telemetry monitoring is required in this unit
Requirements
- Active, permanent MA RN license currently in hand is required
- Minimum 18 months of ED experience required; 2+ years preferred
- Level I Trauma Center experience required
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- Preferred certifications: NIHSS and TNCC
- Must be able to read and interpret cardiac rhythms and manage dysrhythmias
- Two references required for consideration, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher
- Candidates must have a clear nursing license with no prior disciplinary actions
Additional Information
- Two pass/fail exams are administered during orientation: a medication exam and a telemetry/EKG exam — each allows only one attempt, and failure of either results in immediate contract cancellation
- Study materials are provided during the compliance process and facility-directed instruction (FDIs) to help prepare for both exams
- Key skills include triage, care of ventilated patients, cardiac monitoring and emergency response, and psych/behavioral health ED experience
- Up to 14 days of RTO may be submitted for review; no RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment
- One major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's) may be included in RTO; priority is given to candidates with minimal RTO and 26-week contracts
- Candidates who have previously worked within this health system must have a 12-month separation before being eligible
- Local candidates are accepted; RNs must reside more than 200 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-734812. 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
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.