American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Chesapeake, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/04/2027
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jan 4, 2027
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN with prior travel experience and a VA or compact RN license for a fast-paced ER requiring BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications.
Details
- Work in a combined general Emergency Department serving adult and pediatric patients
- Typical patient ratio of 1:4, increasing to 1:6 when caring for Medical-Surgical hold patients
- Stroke, STEMI, and cardiac arrest patients require 1:1 care
- No psychiatric patients cared for in this unit
- Schedule consists of 3x12 or 4x12 hour day shifts
- Every other weekend, floating, and holiday coverage required
- 48-hour contracts available with overtime billed after 48 hours
Requirements
- Active VA or Compact RN license in hand at time of consideration, no exceptions
- Minimum of 3 years of Emergency Department experience required, 5 years preferred
- Previous travel RN experience required
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC (American Heart Association only)
- CPI certification preferred
- Proficiency in Epic charting system required
- Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
- Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs required
- Experience with arterial line management, central line care, blood product administration, and BiPAP/CPAP management preferred
- Experience with ABG interpretation, ICP monitoring, neuro-trauma, and spinal cord injury care preferred
- Experience caring for ortho trauma, gunshot wounds, and traumatic amputations preferred
- Must pass EKG competency test with 80% or higher, single attempt with no remediation available
Additional Information
- Work in a Level I/II Trauma Center that is also STEMI and Stroke Certified
- Provide emergency care across shock/trauma, cardiac monitoring, neurological, and orthopedic cases
- Orientation includes up to three 12-hour shifts, with travelers given the option to complete orientation early
- Candidates with any license or background hits will not be considered, no exceptions
- Facility cannot accommodate PAPR fit testing
- 3 hours of pre-start modules required
- Local candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for this RN position
- RTO requests reviewed and approved on a per-case basis
American Traveler Job ID #P-785224. 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.