Highlights

Core ED nursing skills required including assessment, documentation, IV insertion, phlebotomy, EKG, cardiac monitoring, point-of-care testing, splinting, critical thinking, and patient education. American Traveler is seeking an experienced ED Observation RN with active MA licensure and tele strip interpretation skills for a 13-week assignment with rotating shifts.

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Salem, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/18/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, rotating
Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Oct 18, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ED Observation RN with active MA licensure and tele strip interpretation skills for a 13-week assignment with rotating shifts.

Details

Work in a 16-bed Observation Unit within the Emergency Department for adult patients and holds
Patient census typically ranges from 10-16 with clinician-to-patient ratios of 4:1 or 5:1 depending on unit needs
Utilizes Epic, ASAP, and Clin Doc charting systems
Rotating shifts required (7a-7p, 11a-11p, and 7p-7a) including days, evenings, nights, and every other weekend
36 or 48 hour weekly schedules available
Floating required to ED Observation, AMU, and ED Psych OB units

Requirements

Active MA RN license required (no conditional licenses accepted)
AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
Minimum 2 years of experience in one location plus 2 years of travel nursing experience
Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips
Core ED nursing skills required including assessment, documentation, IV insertion, phlebotomy, EKG, cardiac monitoring, point-of-care testing, splinting, critical thinking, and patient education
Primary source license verification required within 30 days of start via NURSYS and BON

Additional Information

Deliver comprehensive emergency observation nursing care to adult patients
Flu vaccination required with no religious or medical exemptions permitted
Local candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility may be considered at a reduced rate
Two professional references required for consideration
Time and attendance tracked via UKG/Kronos system

American Traveler Job ID #P-744836. 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.

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