American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Puyallup, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/01/2025
- Duration: 15 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ER RN for a Level III Trauma Center with a high-acuity, diverse patient population and strong team support.
Responsibilities
- Level III Trauma Center emergency department with 46 beds, including 5 safe psych rooms and a Fast Track area
- Serves pediatric to geriatric patients, including trauma, STEMI, sepsis, mental health, and high-acuity medical cases
- Average 200 patients per day with day shift nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:4-5, flexible based on acuity and staffing
- Work schedule consists of 12-hour day and mid shifts, with potential for scheduling adjustments and varying weekends
- Uses Epic EMR, Alaris, Pyxis, and telemetry monitoring at the nursing station
- No floating required
- Scheduling provided three weeks at a time, ten days in advance
- No on-call responsibilities
- Holiday coverage includes two of the five major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day
- Position involves providing emergency care to adult and pediatric patients with a range of medical, trauma, psychiatric, and cardiac emergencies
- Strong multidisciplinary team support, including ER techs, RT, educators, social work, pharmacy, and security available 24/7
- Comprehensive orientation includes NEO, Epic training, mental health area introduction, and 12-hour shift with preceptor
- Traveler friendly, fast-paced, and team-oriented work environment
- Scrubs of any professional color allowed; modest piercings and non-offensive tattoos permitted
- Free parking provided in designated areas
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required (pending license considered with proof of application)
- Minimum two years of recent emergency department RN experience required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, and CPI/MOAB
- Competency in cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV skills, procedural sedation, blood administration, and emergency medication administration
- Epic charting system experience preferred
- Traveler telemetry competency exam must be completed and passed prior to start
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-626296. 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.
