American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Independence, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 6 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 14, 2026
- Length: 6 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Emergency Dept position requiring BLS, ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, and CPI certifications with a MO or compact RN license.
Details
- Emergency Department setting with 40+ beds and 120+ staff
- Patient ratio of 4:1 (3 rooms and 1 hall bed during high volume periods)
- Equipment used includes cardiac monitors, EKGs, ultrasound, Belmont Rapid Infuser, IO drills, and Lifepak
- Uses Meditech EMR
- Shift hours are 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM
- 6-week assignment length
Requirements
- Active MO or compact RN license required
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and ENPC
- CPI certification required by 9/30
- 1 year of recent experience in Emergency Department nursing required
- No gaps in work history totaling 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Perform IV starts, phlebotomy, and cardiac monitoring/interpretation
- Team consists of CNC, team leads, RN, Advanced Paramedics, EDT, MHSC, and Secretary on both day and night shifts
- Best suited for candidates who are adaptable, team-oriented, and perform well under pressure
- Dress code requires gray scrub top with black or gray scrub bottoms for RNs
- Appropriate colored t-shirts may be worn under a nursing scrub jacket or hospital-approved jacket
- Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
- No RTO or special scheduling accommodations available
American Traveler Job ID #P-754917. 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.