Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,358 per week
American Traveler
Tacoma, WA, US,
98417
Per Diem
8 October 2025
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/03/2025
- Duration: 14 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Room RN for a night shift position at an off-campus ED, requiring a WA or compact RN license and strong ED skills.
Responsibilities
- Work in an off-campus emergency department setting with 10 ED beds and 7-10 hallway spaces
- Patient population includes neonates through geriatrics, with approximately 25% pediatric cases, as well as cardiac, neuro, GI, respiratory, psych, walk-in trauma, and gunshot wounds
- Expected patient ratios are 1:4, with fast track areas at 1:6
- RNs manage ventilators and BiPAP due to no RT onsite; ventilator and BiPAP training is provided during onboarding
- EMR: Epic (experience preferred)
- Shifts are 12-hour nights; schedule may include every other weekend with flexibility on start times
- Assignment to a primary site with expectation to float to other OCED locations as needed, including mid-shift floats
- Responsibilities include delivering care across the full ED patient spectrum, managing airways and ventilators, and occasionally serving as charge RN with onsite training
- Support staff includes LPNs, with phlebotomy support; RNs handle most blood draws
- No respiratory therapist or on-site pharmacy; RNs manage ventilators and medication mixing
- Orientation includes hospital overview, on-unit education, respiratory training, and telemetry competency evaluation
- Scrub colors are flexible and parking is free
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Up to 5 days of time off may be approved; requests for more than 5 days require management approval
- Holiday coverage expectations are negotiable
- Both medical and religious exemption requests for vaccines are accepted
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of true ED experience (any trauma level); CAP positions require 5 years minimum experience
- Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS, TNCC
- Strong emergency nursing, medication administration, chest tube, central line, and IV skills required
- Telemetry competency exam must be completed and passed before start of assignment
- Must be able to mix own medications with pharmacy video supervision
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-613898. 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
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.