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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 18 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, evenings Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 18 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring 2 years ER experience and a CA RN license. Details Work in a 33-bed Emergency Department with 25 cardiac monitored rooms and a 2-bay triage area staffed by midlevels, RNs, and LVNs Patient ratios of 1 to 4 with an average of 210 patients seen Evening shift, 7P-7A, 12-hour shifts with a 3P start time 36 hours per week guaranteed 2 weekends required per 4-week schedule Holiday coverage required for 2 out of 3 holidays No floating outside of the ER Cerner EMR experience preferred; comp testing available for those unfamiliar 24/7 charge nurse coverage, RT, and pharmacy with Omnicell ER Techs with EMT, MA, or CNA experience assist with tech duties and EKGs GE telemetry with central monitor stations at both nurses' stations Up to 5 physicians and 3 midlevels in-house at a time No IV team on site Requirements Active CA RN license (Nursys verification required)

Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience required Acute care setting experience required Strong, thorough documentation skills required Copy of driver's license required for consideration Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Additional Information Care for routine and typical ER patients, including STEMIs, hemorrhagic strokes, and pediatric cases requiring transfer Hospital is a Stroke Certified facility and serves as the base hospital for EMS Facility follows EMTALA requirements, stabilizing and treating all patients regardless of insurance or ability to pay ER nurses may take ER holds and the unit boards patients when necessary Up to 6 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided with a preceptor 12 hours of general orientation included Scrub color is navy blue; any scrub jacket or undershirt must be navy, white, or black Unit uses self-scheduling with the scheduler retaining the right to rebalance as needed Travel teams are welcome, though identical schedules cannot be guaranteed Hospital modules are assigned during orientation rather than prior to the assignment start American Traveler Job ID P-774050. 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.