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Travel ER RN - $1,966 per week

American Traveler

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • $1,966 Per Week

Highlights

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. Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions, including respiratory, neurological, and psychiatric emergencies.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBaton Rouge, LA

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/05/2026
  • 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: Oct 5, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a night shift position requiring compact or LA licensure and CPI certification.

Details

  • General Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric patients, including a dedicated Pediatric ED
  • Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45-7:15)
  • Patient ratio of 1:4
  • Epic charting system preferred
  • STEMI and Stroke Certified facility
  • Every other weekend on-call required
  • No call-in shifts

Requirements

  • Active RN license (Compact or LA) required in hand upon consideration
  • Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and CPI (AHA certifications required)
  • NIHSS certification preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience required
  • Skilled in trauma care including gunshot wounds, traumatic amputation, and traumatic brain injury
  • Experience managing cardiac dysrhythmias and obtaining 12-lead EKG/ECG
  • Skilled in triage, isolation precautions/PPE, and splinting
  • Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, and central line care
  • Experience managing psychiatric emergencies including acute psychosis, suicidal patients, and violent behavior
  • Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP management and care of ventilated patients
  • Up-to-date NURSYS report required with profile

Additional Information

  • Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions, including respiratory, neurological, and psychiatric emergencies
  • Administer emergency medications, including IV vasopressors and procedural sedation
  • May be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergency events, with potential requirement to remain onsite until relief arrives
  • Two Manager/Supervisor references required to obtain clearance to start (Charge RNs not accepted)
  • Orientation held five days a week
  • Candidates must reside more than 65 miles from the facility
  • Previous Ochsner Health permanent or in-house agency staff must have a one-year separation before returning as a travel employee
  • RTO must be disclosed and discussed during interview process
  • First-time travelers accepted, but less than 2 years of experience will not be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-752541. 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.

 

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