Travel Emergency Department RN – Level 1 Trauma (Cerner EMR) - $2,185 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty : ED - Emergency Department

Discipline : RN

Start Date : 12 / 08 / 2025

Duration : 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Employment Type : Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department position with night shifts and Cerner EMR experience required.

Responsibilities

Work in a Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department within an acute care hospital

Patient population includes trauma, burns, cardiac, spinal cord, and behavioral health holds

Patient ratios are 1 : 4 in the ER

The unit includes 36 acute beds, 54 subacute beds, and 6 trauma bays (no travelers assigned to trauma bays)

Uses Cerner EMR; Cerner experience is required

Assignment is for 13 weeks with 12-hour night shifts

Four weekend shifts are required per four-week period

Holiday coverage required for 2 out of 4 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's)

Floating within multiple ER locations may be required, including facilities up to 30 minutes apart, and floating can occur mid-shift

Orientation includes 12 hours and 2-3 floor orientation shifts

Scrub color is navy

Responsibilities include providing emergency care to diverse patient populations such as trauma, cardiac, psych holds, and general emergencies

Trauma and major pediatric cases are stabilized and transferred out

Will work with a team including 2 charge RNs, 4 PCTs, MDs, midlevels, RTs, and pharmacy support

SIMs Lab for Foley catheter insertion required; sterile technique is strictly evaluated during orientation

IV team is available and core RNs are ultrasound trained

Ventilators are managed by respiratory therapists

Behavioral health patients (30-40 holds) may be present in the ED

Holiday coverage expectations are clearly defined for major holidays

Returning candidates may not have been directly employed by related health systems in the past year

Personal transportation is required for travel between facilities

Requirements

Active AZ or compact RN license is required at the time of application; pending licenses not accepted

Minimum 2 years of recent ER experience is required

At least 1 year of Level 1 Trauma experience as both permanent staff and traveler required (will consider 8+ months Level 1 experience)

Must have recent Cerner EMR experience documented in work history

Certifications required : BLS, ACLS, PALS; TNCC and ATCN are preferred

Must be able to read cardiac strips and work with Philips telemetry monitors

Passing the DYS (Relias Dysrhythmia) exam and a sterile technique skills validation on day 1 of orientation is required; failure on two attempts leads to disqualification

Must reside more than 50 miles from facility; driver’s license used for verification

Must submit a copy of driver’s license for consideration

Must provide two recent professional references as specified

Must have natural hair color and no facial piercings; men must be clean-shaven for fit testing

First time travelers will not be considered

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-615856. 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.