American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/23/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring NM or compact RN licensure and prior ER experience. Details General Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric population Level I and II Trauma Center with STEMI and Stroke certification Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM) Option for 36 or 48 hour weekly schedules Minimum of 6 weekend shifts required within a 6-week schedule Patient ratio of 1:5 Floating to similar units within scope expected as needed based on facility needs Epic charting system preferred Requirements Active NM state RN license or compact RN license required (must be obtained prior to start)

Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS Preferred certifications: CPI, TNCC Minimum 2 years of ER experience preferred Previous charge nurse experience preferred Experience in teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Level I/II Trauma settings preferred Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, arterial line management, central line care, and blood product administration Experience with ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP management, and ABG interpretation preferred Experience with IV vasopressors, continuous IV sedation, and procedural sedation monitoring Neurological trauma experience preferred, including CVA, ICP monitoring, and traumatic brain/spinal cord injury care Experience managing shock/trauma cases including gunshot wounds and traumatic amputations Pediatric trauma experience preferred, including head injury and near drowning cases Skilled in cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation and management Experience with isolation precautions, PPE, and triage Ortho trauma experience preferred Additional Information Provide emergency care across a wide range of trauma, cardiac, neurological, and pediatric cases Receive brief unit orientation prior to floating assignments Complete required onboarding modules onsite during orientation (RN modules average 4-6 hours) First-time travelers are welcome to apply No travel pairs or groups accepted Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as local candidates are not accepted Former staff must wait at least 1 year before returning as a traveler Limited RTO auto-approval allowed at time of submission, with no RTO permitted during the first week of orientation American Traveler Job ID P-775564. 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.