American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- 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: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Emergency Department RN for a night shift assignment requiring ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications along with at least 2 years of ED experience.
Details
- Work in a Level II Trauma Center Emergency Department treating combined adult/pediatric patients
- Night shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Required to work every other weekend
- Patient ratio of 4:1
- Floating to other units and sister facilities within the health system based on unit needs and skill set
- No on-call requirements
- Uses Epic for charting
Requirements
- Active RN license (Compact must be in hand at time of submission)
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS required; NIHSS and TNCC preferred
- Minimum 2 years of ED experience required; first-time travelers considered with 3+ years of experience
- Epic EMR experience required
- Skilled in emergency care for pediatric and adult patients including trauma, cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and psychiatric conditions
- Experience with triage and isolation precautions/PPE
- Must have a vehicle for this assignment
Additional Information
- Deliver emergency care across a wide range of acute conditions including cardiac, respiratory, neurological, psychiatric, and pediatric emergencies
- Perform triage, cardiac monitoring, EKG/ECG interpretation, and management of dysrhythmias
- Facility is a short-term acute care hospital with 418 staffed beds
- Scrubs may be any color
- No parking fees at this facility
- Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
- Candidates must live within a 50-mile radius to be eligible for the local pay rate
- Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month break, provided they reside outside the 50-mile radius
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply with sufficient relevant experience
American Traveler Job ID #P-775005. 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.