American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- 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: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke Center in Tuscaloosa, AL, requiring at least 18 months of recent ED experience and an active AL or compact RN license.
Details
- Work setting is a 54-bed Emergency Department at a state-designated Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke Center
- ED treats more than 60,000 patients per year across all age groups
- Nurse-to-patient ratio ranges from 1:1 for critical/trauma patients to 1:3–4 for all other patients
- Shift hours are 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM (mid shift)
- 13-week contract
- Every other weekend required
- Holiday coverage required
- Floating to other units and hospitals is required
- EMR: Meditech (experience not required)
Requirements
- Active AL or compact RN license required — no temporary or pending licenses accepted
- No hits (past or current) on license record allowed
- Associate degree in nursing (ADN) required
- Minimum 18 months of experience will be considered; 2 years preferred, with at least 1 year recent experience in ED
- Required certifications: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, NIH Stroke Scale, and TNCC
- Red Cross certifications accepted in lieu of AHA where applicable
- SECURE on-site certification required
- Active license must be provided for consideration — no pending or temporary licenses accepted
- Current driver's license required
- Two professional references from within the last year required
Additional Information
- ED team includes physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and support staff providing 24/7 emergency medical services to the community
- Solid navy scrubs required
- An on-site skills test is required in addition to an online pre-test for all ED RNs
- Virtual orientation will include competency-based modules — no HealthStream modules required prior to start date
- Timekeeping system: Centricity
- Local candidates are welcome to apply — no radius restriction
American Traveler Job ID #P-720027. 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.