American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in South Charleston, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ED - Emergency Department Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/23/2026 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: Nov 23, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring critical care skills and prior travel experience in a P4 trauma receiving facility. Details Acute care setting in a P4 Trauma Center ER with STEMI and stroke receiving capability 30 beds in main ED, 9 beds in Express Care (lower acuity), and 2 designated Trauma/Code rooms Separate triage area and 2 Psych/seclusion rooms 24/7 in-house security stationed outside the ER Average daily ED volume of 70-75 to 110 patients Nurse to patient ratios of 1:4 in boarder areas and 1:5 elsewhere Common diagnoses include sepsis, medical and surgical conditions, overdose, and trauma across infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations Common drips include all critical care drips, TPA, sedation, and paralytics Charge nurse works without a patient assignment and house supervisor coverage is 24/7 ER techs assist with EKGs, transport, CPR, and vital signs Respiratory therapy available 24/7 by call, managing vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow oxygen; RNs draw radial ABGs No dedicated monitor techs; RNs read their own telemetry strips X-ray and CT located outside the ER with transport provided by techs or nurses Phlebotomy available 24/7 with nurse assistance for difficult draws EPIC EMR used for charting 12-hour night shifts with potential start times including 6:45am-7:15pm, 10:45am-11:15pm, 3:00pm-3:00am, and 6:45pm-7:15am Block scheduling allowed, though a 6 on 8 off schedule cannot be guaranteed Every other weekend required Rotational holiday coverage with core staff No call or standby requirements No floating required Requirements Active WV or compact RN license required Minimum 1 year of experience required Required certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS, and PALS TNCC certification preferred but not required Critical care skill set required, including management of cardiac dysrhythmias, critical drips, BiPAP, CPAP, and mechanical ventilation Radial ABG draw experience required Prior travel nursing experience required BSN not required for this position Additional Information Manage emergency department patients across a wide range of acuities and age groups in a trauma receiving facility ER RNs manage their own ER holds unless Nursing Resources provides float coverage Orientation includes general hospital orientation, a full day of nursing orientation, computer training, and two 12-hour shifts with a preceptor An abbreviated Initial Skills Checklist is due within 90 days of start date Scrub color for RNs is navy; scrubs must be solid color with no embroidery or patterns; closed-toed shoes required (no crocs) Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as local travelers are not accepted Travelers who previously worked at any WVU Medicine location must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying Cumulative travel assignments within WVU Medicine are limited to one year before a required 2-year break American Traveler Job ID P-785138. 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.