Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Sacramento, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring a current CA RN license and trauma level I experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department serving both adult and pediatric populations
• High-acuity environment with high-volume trauma, psych, sepsis, and stroke cases
• Pediatric cases include approximately 1,000 visits per month and 18-20% admission rate
• No triage, peds resuscitation, or resuscitation room duties for travelers; travelers provide care in fast track, rapid care, MS Tele Psych holding, and ED-ICU areas
• Travelers care for hallway patients and may be assigned patients with PCA pumps, but staff manage the pumps
• Night shifts (3x12 hours), 19:00–07:00
• Uses Cerner EMR; experience required
• OBS Holding unit with 30-40 patients
• No blocked or self-scheduling
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Care for a diverse patient population including trauma, psychiatric, and high-volume admissions
• Rapid care assessment and nurse protocols are in place throughout all areas
• Magnet facility environment
• Must complete non-billable onboarding modules prior to start
• No RTO permitted within the first two weeks of assignment; all RTO must be submitted up front and cannot be changed post-interview
• Return staff must have a minimum one-year gap before being eligible to return as a traveler
• Parking costs are not included
• Team environment with staff support; travelers do not provide intake triage

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration
• At least 1 year of recent acute care experience required
• Trauma level I experience required; first-time travelers accepted with 2+ years of ER experience
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC
• CPI or MAB and BSN preferred
• Cerner EMR charting experience required
• Ability to start and maintain IVs
• Must pass EKG exam within three attempts

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