American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Topeka, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/18/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 18, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a night shift assignment requiring ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications along with Epic charting experience.
Details
- General Emergency Department treating combined adult/pediatric patients
- Level II Trauma Center that is also STEMI and Stroke certified
- Night shift schedule (4x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:00 AM) with option of 36 or 48 hours per week
- 2 weekend shifts required per contract
- Charge RN opportunities available
- Uses Epic charting system
- Floating to like units within scope may be required based on facility needs
Requirements
- Active KS or Compact RN license required at time of consideration
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCC required in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
- Epic charting experience required
- Experience managing trauma, gunshot wounds, cardiac dysrhythmias, CVA, and multisystem organ dysfunction
- Skilled in IV therapy, central line care, arterial line management, and blood product administration
- Experience with ventilator and BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube insertion, and ABG interpretation
- Experience administering emergency medications, IV vasopressors, and procedural sedation
- Proficient in triage, splinting/ortho trauma care, and isolation precautions/PPE
- Community hospital experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide emergency care across a wide range of conditions including pediatric, psychiatric, respiratory, neurological, and orthopedic cases
- Manage patients experiencing acute psychosis, overdose, suicidal ideation, or violent behavior
- Perform EKG/ECG acquisition and interpret/manage cardiac dysrhythmias
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility, as local candidates are not accepted
- Former facility employees must have been separated from permanent staff positions for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
- No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
- First-time travelers are accepted
American Traveler Job ID #P-762643. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.