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Travel ER RN - $2,574 per week

American Traveler

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • $2,574 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. Patients requiring a higher level of care are transferred to an outside facility; psych holds are held short-term.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSanta Cruz, CA

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Santa Cruz, California.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/26/2026
  • 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: Oct 26, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a busy acute care Emergency Department position requiring CA RN licensure and at least 2 years of ER experience.

Details

  • Acute care Emergency Department with 24+ beds, including a fast track staffed by mid-levels
  • Busy ER seeing an average of 150 patients per day, treating a mix of adult and pediatric acute/emergent patients
  • Patient ratio of 1 to 4
  • Uses Cerner FirstNet EMR and Phillips telemetry monitoring
  • Ventilator management required in the unit
  • 24/7 in-house hospitalist/intensivist coverage and respiratory therapy support, with ER pharmacy coverage during the day
  • Charge nurse and PCT support on the unit
  • Evening/mid shifts, 12-hour shifts with varying start times (10a, 11a, 1p, 3p)
  • Every other weekend requirement
  • No floating required
  • 2-shift floor-specific orientation
  • Patients requiring a higher level of care are transferred to an outside facility; psych holds are held short-term

Requirements

  • Active CA RN license required
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications required
  • Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience required
  • Moderate Conscious Sedation competency testing required prior to start
  • Must be ready to work independently in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment
  • Copy of driver's license 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 emergency nursing care to a diverse patient population, including a significant homeless population
  • Navy scrub color required
  • Holiday coverage required as part of the regular staff rotation
  • Block scheduling cannot be accommodated; schedule is set by unit needs
  • First-time travelers may be considered if they meet experience requirements

American Traveler Job ID #P-766144. 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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