Travel Emergency Department Trauma RN - $2,185 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/27/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department position requiring recent Cerner experience and Arizona or compact RN licensure.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department within an acute care hospital setting
• 36 acute and 54 subacute beds with 6 trauma bays (travelers are not assigned to trauma bays)
• Patient ratio is typically 1:4
• Handles trauma, cardiac, burns, and high-acuity cases with 88,000 annual ED visits
• Use of Cerner EMR is required
• Shift options include 12-hour days with a requirement of 4 weekend shifts per month and coverage of 2 out of 4 major holidays
• Expected to float between the main campus, Westgate, and two freestanding ERs within a 30-minute radius; midshift float may occur
• Phillips telemetry monitors used; ability to read strips required
• Expected to perform complex, high-acuity patient care typical of a large, high-volume ED
• SIMs Lab evaluation will include Foley catheter and port-a-cath insertion with strict sterile technique standards
• IV team, RT, and pharmacy are available for support 24/7 in the ED
• No facial piercings or unnatural hair colors allowed; navy scrub color is required
• Men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Returning employees must not have worked at any CommonSpirit facility within the past year
• 30-40 psych holds on average in the department
• First day includes pass/fail testing on sterile technique and dysrhythmia recognition
• Holiday coverage expectations require working at least 2 out of 4 major holidays per contract
• Must have own reliable transportation due to float requirements across multiple sites

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 2 years recent Emergency Department RN experience, with at least 1 year in a Trauma Level 1 setting as both staff and traveler
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Cerner EMR experience is mandatory and must be listed on resume
• Must pass a pre-employment DYS (dysrhythmia) exam before offer; two attempts allowed
• Must pass a SIMs Lab skills assessment on sterile technique during orientation
• TNCC and ATCN certifications are preferred
• Driver's license must show permanent residence of at least 50 miles from the facility
• No first-time travelers will be considered for this position

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-613804. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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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