American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Emergency Department position requiring KY or compact RN license, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications.
Details
- Work in a freestanding Emergency Department/Urgent Care setting opening fall 2026 with on-site primary care
- Treats the general ED population including STEMI and stroke patients, with critical patients transferred out
- ED ratios range from 4:1 to 3:1 (alternating post-discharge); Urgent Care ratio is 5:1 with flex coverage for critical patients
- Uses EPIC EMR
- 3x12 day shift schedule, 7a-7p
- Weekend and holiday rotation required
- 0.9 FTE
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or compact) required
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC
- ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
- No prior nursing experience required, though previous nursing experience is preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the care team
- Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety devices
Additional Information
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document according to scope of practice and hospital policy
- Facilitate admission, transfer, and discharge activities including discharge teaching and coordination with Case Management
- Provide patient and family-centered education and individualized treatment planning
- Delegate and oversee tasks performed by other care team members
- Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities such as patient satisfaction, falls prevention, and documentation audits
- Promote a positive, healing environment through collaborative teamwork
American Traveler Job ID #P-758966. 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.