American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- 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: Jul 20, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department position at a Level III Trauma Center in Tuscaloosa, AL, requiring at least 18 months of ED experience and an active AL or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in a 54-bed Emergency Department designated as a Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke Center
- Serves patients of all age groups, treating more than 60,000 patients per year
- Nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:1 for critical/trauma patients to 1:3–4 for all other patients
- Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- 36 or 48 hours per week available
- Every other weekend required
- Holiday coverage required
- Floating to other units and hospital locations required
- EMR: Meditech (experience not required)
Requirements
- Active RN license in the State of Alabama or a Compact state — no temporary or pending licenses accepted
- No hits (past or current) on nursing license allowed
- Associate degree in nursing (ADN) or higher required
- Minimum 18 months of experience, with at least 1 year of recent Emergency Department experience required (2 years preferred)
- Certifications required: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, TNCC, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- SECURE certification required (completed on-site)
- NURSYS verification required
- Current driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references from within the last year required for consideration
Additional Information
- ED team is composed of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and support staff in a 24/7 staffed environment
- All ED RNs are required to complete both an online pre-test and an on-site cardiac/skills exam
- Virtual orientation is provided and includes competency-based modules — no pre-start HealthStream modules required
- Solid navy scrubs required
- Local candidates are accepted at the same rates with no radius restrictions
- 13-week contract
American Traveler Job ID #P-722793. 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.