American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Room RN for a Level I trauma teaching hospital, requiring Level II ED experience and ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications.
Details
- Level I trauma, teaching hospital Emergency Department with 35 main ED beds, 7 ACE spaces, 4 hallway spaces, and a 16-bed CDU
- Treats adult patients 18+ with high-acuity conditions including CVA, STEMI, SCC, and psych cases
- Patient ratio of 1:3-4, adjusted for ICU-level care
- 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 36 hours per week
- Self-scheduling used to meet unit needs with varying rotation schedules
- Weekend requirement of every third weekend with no on-call responsibilities
- Holiday coverage required for 2 winter holidays and 1 summer holiday
- Uses Epic documentation system
- Specialized equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, EVD, Camino, transvenous pacers, chest tubes, art lines, and ventilators
- Respiratory therapy and anesthesia support available 24/7
- ECMO occasionally placed in the ED with dedicated staff support
Requirements
- Active RN license (AR or Compact) required
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications required
- CEN or TCRN certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in similar-paced, high-acuity ED setting required
- Level I trauma experience required
- Level II ED experience required
- Comprehensive Stroke Certification experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide primary nursing care within a high-acuity, comprehensive stroke-certified Emergency Department
- Perform high-risk cardiac GTT, mass transfusion protocols, TPA administration, and EKGs
- Work alongside APRNs on the unit from 9am-9pm and CNA/PCT support available on all shifts
- 3-6 days of orientation provided
- Dress code includes royal blue scrubs per policy and closed-toe shoes per policy
- Floating not required for this position
- No charge nurse responsibilities required
- Prior travel experience not required, making this position open to first-time travelers
American Traveler Job ID #P-779625. 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.