American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital, requiring NC or compact RN licensure and prior trauma center experience. Details Level 1 Trauma Center Emergency Department with 55 horizontal beds, 6 vertical beds, 15 observation beds, and 5 BH holding beds High-volume unit averaging 200-220 patients per day Treats ESI 1-5 patients including trauma, stroke, STEMI, burn, GSWs, MVCs, MI, CVA, cardiac/respiratory arrest, overdoses, and psychiatric cases RN patient ratios range from 3:1 to 6:1 based on clinical area and acuity 12-hour night shifts (1900-0700), 36 hours per week Every other weekend rotation required No on-call or call-back requirements May float to the ED Transition Care Unit Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, Philips monitors, GE point-of-care ultrasound, and GE EKG machines Supported by ED Techs, unit secretary, charge nurse, resource/pod leader nurses, 24/7 critical care pharmacists, respiratory therapy, hospitalists, and intensivists Requirements Active RN license (NC or Compact) required Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications required Minimum 2 years of RN experience required First-time travelers considered only with 3 years of Level 1 trauma center experience Minimum 12 months of core ED experience with most recent experience within the last year Epic EMR experience required Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration Additional Information Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care using evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making across a wide range of trauma, stroke, and cardiac emergencies Unit currently undergoing renovation, with the second of three phases complete; post-renovation will include two fixed-wing helicopter pads High air ambulance volume as a Regional Trauma Center receiving all ED patient types Travelers unlikely to be utilized in trauma bays during initial contracts Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) plus 2 days of departmental orientation Scrub color: Royal Blue Free parking available Holiday coverage required for 75% of holidays Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for travel positions Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position American Traveler Job ID P-756947. 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.