Travel ER RN - $2,292 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 14 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: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a busy Emergency Department requiring 2+ years of ED experience and a WA or compact RN license.

Details

• 32-bed Emergency Department with average census of 90-110 patients daily
• Patient population includes general ED complaints, abdominal pain, chest pain, shortness of breath, behavioral health, and geriatric patients, with rare pediatric and occasional L&D cases
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4, PCT ratio of 1:6-12
• 12-hour night shift schedule with 36 hours per week
• Various shift start times available across the department (0600-1830, 0900-2130, 1100-2330, 1200-0000, 1500-0330, 1800-0630)
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call requirements
• No floating required
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system

Requirements

• Active WA state or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required for traditional travelers
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC, and MOAB 1&2 or CPI certifications required
• Strong general ED clinical skills
• Strong soft skills including teamwork, organization, communication, and time management

Additional Information

• Department supported by PCTs, 24/7 receptionist/HUC, non-patient-taking charge nurse, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and 24/7 hospitalist coverage
• ED physicians and mid-level providers available on unit
• Lab draws performed by phlebotomy, nurses, and techs
• Orientation includes general hospital orientation followed by 1-2 shifts on unit and 2-3 shifts working independently to learn facility flow
• Holiday coverage required as needed per unit
• Up to 7 days of RTO approved automatically, with additional days requiring nurse manager approval
• Any scrub color permitted
• Free parking available
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-755292. 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

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