Travel ER RN - $2,583 per week

American Consultants is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Eureka, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Emergency Department – Eureka, CA 95501

Start Date: December 14, 2026

Location: Eureka, California

Schedule: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:00 - 06:00). Weekend requirement of 3 out of 6 weekends. Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day). Maximum of 7 days requested time off per contract period.

Highlights:

• Emergency Department with 20 rooms and 26 beds, averaging 135 visits per day and a daily census of 105 patients
• Level 3 trauma center designated as EDAP (Emergency Department Approved for Pediatrics)
• 4:1 patient ratios across all shifts with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and lift teams
• Float coverage to Observation Unit for ER hold patients; may float to sister facilities in the area
• Epic charting system with 40 hours of paid orientation
• First-time travelers accepted; community hospital experience preferred

Requirements:

• Active California RN license or Compact license (must be in hand at submission; pending licenses not accepted)
• Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department nursing experience required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC (or willingness to obtain prior to start), ENPC
• Experience with all age groups from neonates to geriatrics in a combined adult/pediatric emergency setting
• Proficiency in emergency nursing skills including trauma care, procedural sedation, blood product administration, ventilator management, and triage
• Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
• Clean background check required (no exceptions for background findings)
• Candidates located within 50 miles considered local

Why Join Us?

This 13-week travel assignment offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic Emergency Department serving diverse patient populations in Northern California. You'll gain valuable experience in a Level 3 trauma center with STEMI and stroke certifications while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive support. Join a collaborative team environment with excellent interdisciplinary resources and the flexibility to wear your own scrubs (no prints). All scheduling requests and time off must be submitted upfront during the application process to ensure seamless placement.

American Consultants Job ID #19497609. 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: RN:ER,19:00:00-07:00:00

About American Consultants

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Life insurance
• Weekly pay
• License and certification reimbursement
• Holiday Pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus