American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department position requiring an active NY RN license and strong skills in IV therapy and trauma care.

Responsibilities

• Work in the adult Emergency Department of a hospital setting
• Night shift schedule with 12-hour shifts from 7p to 7a, three shifts per week
• Patient population includes adults and geriatrics with all emergency diagnoses, including trauma and neuro cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Use of EPIC EMR system is required
• Floating within skillset to similar units may be required
• Special equipment used includes Bair hugger, rapid infuser, and safe patient handling equipment
• Duties include providing emergency care to adult and geriatric patients, with responsibilities in triage, isolation precautions, and management of acute trauma cases
• Must be able to interpret and manage cardiac dysrhythmias
• Ability to respond to diverse emergencies including gunshot wounds, ortho trauma, and pediatric spinal cord injuries required
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Scrub attire must be any combination of navy blue and white
• All requested time off or scheduling accommodations must be submitted at the time of application

Requirements

• Active NY Single State RN license required (no pending or compact licenses accepted)
• Minimum one year of Emergency Department RN experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Experience with IV therapy, blood product administration, central line care, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Experience managing IV vasopressors, CPAP/BiPAP, and ventilators
• Demonstrated ability to care for CVA, neuro-trauma, spinal cord injury, TBI, cardiac monitoring, and emergency trauma cases
• Must live at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered as a traveler

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-650220. 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

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