American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Prescott Valley, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 4 trauma Emergency Department position requiring ACLS, BLS, ENPC/PALS, and TNCC certifications along with active AZ or compact RN licensure.
Details
- 13-week assignment in a 24-bed Level 4 trauma Emergency Department with 4 critical rooms
- Uses Cerner EMR for charting
- Treats 80-110 patients per day with common diagnoses including chest pain, abdominal pain, minor trauma, and respiratory distress
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:4 for general ED and 1:1 or 1:2 for ICU-level ED patients
- Uses an intake model for lower acuity patients with flexible RN to patient ratios
- Separate triage area available, with travelers who demonstrate triage competency permitted to triage
- ED holds are managed within the unit by ED staff
- Two well-equipped psych/seclusion rooms available
- Security staffed 24/7 with one officer in the ED and one roving campus-wide
- 1 MD on-site 24/7 with 1-2 mid-level providers during peak hours
- Charge nurse and house supervisor on-site 24/7; charge nurse does not typically take an assignment
- ED techs staffed at a 1:10-12 ratio performing IV starts, phlebotomy, splinting, wound care, and transport
- One paramedic staffed daily from 1100-2300 in the intake area with expanded scope including medication administration and discharge
- Respiratory therapy responds to the ED for intubation, vent setup, BiPap, Vapotherm, and ABGs; RNs troubleshoot equipment and start treatments when urgent
- All beds have telemetry monitoring capability and RNs read their own strips
- Portable X-ray/CT available with Radiology adjacent to the ED
- Lab draws performed by both phlebotomy and RNs depending on the situation
- Evening and night shifts offered, including 12-hour mids (3pm-3am)
- Every other weekend required (Saturday/Sunday days, Friday/Saturday nights)
- One on-call shift required per 28-day schedule
- Floating required between East and West ED locations, generally prescheduled
- Block scheduling available, limited to no more than 4 consecutive shifts
- Self-scheduling is not offered
Requirements
- Active AZ or Compact RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and either ENPC or PALS certification required
- TNCC certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required
- Conscious sedation experience required
- Strong critical thinking skills and AMI management experience required
- Driver's license copy required for consideration
- Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care in a high-volume Level 4 trauma Emergency Department
- Collaborate with ED techs, paramedics, respiratory therapy, and mid-level providers as part of the care team
- Troubleshoot respiratory equipment and coordinate with RT for ventilator, BiPap, and ABG needs
- Required to work some major holidays including July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve/Day, and New Year's Eve/Day
- Unit orientation includes two days of hospital orientation followed by one 12-hour shift with a mentor at both the East and West ED locations
- Scrub color/dress code is navy blue Dignity scrubs
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the travel position
- Candidates with recent direct employment history at facilities affiliated with this health system within the past year will not be considered
American Traveler Job ID #P-775292. 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.