American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Covington, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/01/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN to join the Emergency Department in a community hospital, requiring a WA or compact RN license and advanced life support certifications.
Responsibilities
- Position is based in the Emergency Department of a 58-bed community hospital with 19 dedicated ER rooms and 4 fast-track bays
- Patient population ranges from neonates through geriatrics, including trauma, sepsis, COVID, STEMI, stroke, DKA, respiratory, cardiac, neurological, and mental health cases
- Approximately 30% of patients are pediatric
- Rare obstetric deliveries may occur; patients are stabilized and transferred as needed
- No ICU, trauma facility designation, invasive neuro, craniotomies, or Cath lab cases
- Uses Epic for charting, along with Alaris, Pyxis, and both central and bedside telemetry monitoring systems
- 12-hour rotating shifts are offered, which may include days, mids, evenings, nights, or variable patterns
- No on-call requirements
- Floating may be required to upstairs units as a nurse extender or to Auburn
- Role includes stabilizing and preparing high-acuity patients for transfer to higher-level facilities
- Rare OB deliveries are managed with mock drills and immediate transfer protocols
- Royal or navy blue scrubs required; black pants are permitted
- Teamwork is emphasized in a supportive community hospital environment
- No tele tech support, monitoring occurs at the nursing station
- No holiday or call expectations specified
- First-time travelers meeting experience requirements are welcome to apply
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted with proof of application)
- Minimum of 2 years of emergency department RN experience required
- First-time travelers are considered with at least 4 years of ED experience
- Current ACLS, BLS, MOAB or CPI, NIHSS, NRP, and PALS certifications required (ENPC not accepted)
- Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV skills, general ED medication and drip administration, conscious sedation, blood administration, and cardiac medications
- Experience managing code blues, chest tubes, and central lines (A-lines, CVP)
- TNK administration preferred
- Comfort with ventilators and transfer of high acuity patients
- Epic charting experience preferred
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-615293. 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.
