Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Albany, NY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,285/weekOverview
- Start Date02/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care729 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med-Surg/Emergency Department Short Stay position with day shifts and a current NY RN license requirement.
Responsibilities
- Position is in the Emergency Department Short Stay Unit
- Works with both Med-Surg and ED patient populations
- Day shifts from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
- 13-week contract assignment
- EPIC EMR experience is required
- Competency testing may be required, with up to two attempts allowed for passing
- Blocked scheduling is not allowed
- No local candidates accepted from specific counties within a 50-mile radius
- Medical exemptions to flu vaccination must be signed by a licensed professional; personal or religious exemptions are not accepted
- Request for time off (RTO) must be submitted with application
- More than three call outs within a 13-week period will lead to contract termination and missed shifts must be made up within six weeks
- Travel pairs are not allowed for this assignment
Requirements
- Active NY RN license required at time of consideration
- Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in Med-Surg or Emergency Department settings
- Current certifications from AHA or RQI are required
- Experience with EPIC EMR is mandatory
- No employment gaps of 90 days or more in the past 12 months
- US Social Security Number required for consideration—no Canadian SIN accepted
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
Facility
Albany Medical Center
10 nurses recommend working with Albany Medical Center
Pros
Critical care Float pool stays within the ICUs not much med surg and step floating and float pool management is cool
Cons
SICU is clickie and you can get fired easily. Some providers seem rude to black travelers
- Short Term Acute Care
- 729 beds
Employer
American Traveler
55 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Great experience working with Autumn. She’s kind, professional, and respectful of my time. Communication was clear, expectations were honest, and they get the job done. Highly recommend.
Cons
None
Recommends working with American Traveler
Albany, NY
About
A vibrant city located in the heart of New York State, Albany is famous for its rich history, beautiful architecture and abundance of cultural attractions. Situated on the west bank of the Hudson River approximately 150 miles north of New York City, Albany features amazing destinations such as the Empire State Plaza, the New York State Museum and the Egg Performing Arts Center. The city is also home to several colleges and universities, including SUNY Albany, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Siena College, Union College and Albany Law School. The climate in Albany is generally cool, with warm summers and cold winters and lovers of winter weather can enjoy a beautiful blanket of snow covering the ground.
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