TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Billings, Montana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
Unit Overview
- 36 treatment beds
- 10 vertical care spaces
- 3 trauma bays
- Average daily volume: 49-155 patients
- Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required in a Level III Trauma Center or higher
- First-time travelers accepted
- Clinical interview required with manager approval
Required Certifications
Required:
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- De-escalation Course Certification
Preferred:
Patient Population
This busy Emergency Department cares for both adult and pediatric patients (no PICU onsite; pediatric patients requiring intensive care are transferred).
Common diagnoses and presentations include:
- Trauma
- STEMI / Myocardial Infarction
- Stroke
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Sepsis
- Respiratory conditions
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Liver and kidney emergencies
- Behavioral health emergencies
- Alcohol withdrawal (CIWA)
- Critically ill patients
Patient Ratios
- RN Ratio: 1:1 to 1:4
- Assignments vary based on acuity, patient volume, and unit pod assignment.
Required Skills
Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in:
- Emergency Department nursing fundamentals
- Trauma patient care
- Critical thinking and clinical decision-making
- Time management and prioritization
- Independent practice and autonomy in a fast-paced environment
Technology & Equipment
EMR: Cerner
IV Pumps: Alaris
Medication Dispensing: Omnicell
Monitors: Philips
Unit-Specific Equipment
- Belmont Rapid Infuser
- Trauma Equipment
- Forensic Evidence Kits
- Intubation Kits
- Code Carts
- Broselow Pediatric Carts
Unit Support
The Emergency Department is supported by:
- Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
- Charge Nurses
- Clinical Coordinators
- Emergency Medicine Physicians (MD/DO)
- Resident Physicians
- Respiratory Therapy (24/7)
- Emergency Department Pharmacy (until 2:00 AM)
- ICU Pharmacy Coverage (after 2:00 AM)
- EMTs and Paramedics
- Case Management
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE)
- Radiology Services within the ED
- Dedicated Trauma Program Team
- Security Staff (24/7)
- Local Law Enforcement Coverage
- Fixed-Wing and Helicopter Flight Teams
Floating
I’m Darin with TotalMed, highly experienced travel nurse recruiter. I believe successful recruiting starts with understanding the individual behind the resume. My goal is to partner with you and build a trusted relationship, understand your priorities, and provide the guidance and support you need to make confident decisions about your next assignment
About TotalMed RN
TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1