American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Falls Church, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department night shift role at a Level I trauma center, requiring strong ED experience and VA or compact RN license.
Responsibilities
- Work in a high-volume Emergency Department with 73 rooms and 24 hallway spaces
- Level I trauma center setting though this position will not take trauma cases directly
- Patient census averages 350 per day
- Must be willing to float to affiliated offsite EDs in Fairfax City (10 beds, 40 patients/day) and Reston/Herndon area (7 beds, 25 patients/day)
- 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- On-call coverage required 1-2 shifts per schedule
- Requires coverage for one major and one minor holiday during assignment
- Uses EPIC EMR system
- Duties include caring for a wide range of emergency patients including stroke and STEMI cases
- Emergency Department does not hold psychiatric patients but medically clears and admits as needed
- Security personnel are present and sitters are used for suicidal patients
- There is no dedicated fast track area; non-acute patients are seen in a separate section of the ED
Requirements
- Active VA or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years recent experience in Emergency Department nursing
- Prior Level I or Level II trauma center experience is mandatory
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, and CPI
- EPIC EMR experience highly preferred
- Previous travel nurse experience highly 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-651382. 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.
