American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/26/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 26, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level I Trauma Center in Worcester, MA, requiring a permanent MA RN license and a minimum of 18 months of ED experience.
Details
- Work setting is a Level I Trauma Center and academic teaching hospital
- Emergency Department (ED) unit
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, with a standard start time of 7:00 PM (flexibility of up to four hours before or after start time is possible, but only in rare cases of urgent staffing need)
- Telemetry monitoring is required in this role
- Epic EMR experience is preferred
- Contract length options of 13 or 26 weeks available
- Schedule options of 36 or 48 hours per week available
- Must be available to work any day of the week — no special scheduling accommodations can be made
Requirements
- Active, permanent MA RN license currently in hand is required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS; NIHSS and TNCC are preferred
- Minimum of 18 months of ED experience required; 2+ years preferred
- Level I Trauma Center experience is required — strong candidates without this experience may not be considered
- Ability to read and interpret telemetry/cardiac rhythms and manage dysrhythmias
- Skills in triage, care of ventilated patients, cardiac monitoring, and emergency response required
- Psych/behavioral health ED experience is a plus
- Two professional references required, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher
- Candidates must have a clean nursing license with no prior disciplinary actions
Additional Information
- Must pass two pass/fail exams during orientation — a telemetry/EKG exam (80% passing score) and a medication exam — each with only one attempt; failure of either exam results in immediate contract cancellation
- Study materials are provided during the compliance process and facility-designated instructional sessions (FDIs) to help prepare for orientation exams
- Pre-start online modules are required (approximately 1–2 hours) and are completed prior to the start date
- Candidates who have previously worked within this health system must have at least a 12-month separation before being eligible
- Up to 14 days of RTO may be requested for review; no RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment
- One major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day) may be included in RTO requests; priority given to candidates with minimal RTO and 26-week contracts
- Local candidates are accepted; RNs must reside more than 200 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-736941. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.