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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department position at a small satellite campus, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ER experience and active GA or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Small, 14-bed ER at a satellite campus located approximately 3 miles from the main hospital campus
• Serves a patient population ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• An on-site ambulance is available 24 hours/day to transport patients requiring a higher level of care
• No IV Team on site; wound care is managed virtually
• EMR: Epic (required), Pyxis, Spacelabs, and SBAR communication protocol
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:00
• Every other weekend required
• Floating to the main campus (approximately 3 miles away) is possible
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Epic EMR experience required
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above; charge nurse references not accepted) are highly preferred
• Copies of all required certifications must be provided for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Parts of orientation take place at the main campus approximately 3 miles away
• No cafeteria on site; vending machines are available for meal options
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• RTO maximum of 7 days per assignment; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• RTO blackout dates: Spring Break (April 4–12)
• Holiday coverage policy: if one or two major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work all of them with no holiday RTO requests allowed; if three major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work two of them, with one holiday RTO request eligible for review
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday (counted as one), Christmas Eve/Christmas Day (counted as one), and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day (counted as one)
• Travelers must be away from all facilities within this health system for a minimum of one full year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• No special scheduling requests, alternate shifts, or schedule changes are permitted

American Traveler Job ID #P-721384. 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.

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