Emergency Department RN
Danville, VA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department position in Danville, VA, requiring 5+ years of ED experience and a VA or compact RN license.

Details

• Work setting is a 250-bed academic community hospital Emergency Department with 31 beds and 2 triage rooms
• 7 of the 31 beds are designated for behavioral health or acute patients
• Serves all ages including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
• Patient ratio is 1:4, with exceptions possible during high-volume periods or for patients requiring immediate care
• Primary EHR is MedHost (ED); Meditech is used for admit holds (EMAR only) and behavioral health patients
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36 hours per week
• Rotating weekends required
• Floating required on an as-needed basis
• No on-call requirements
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and PALS or ENPC; Handle with Care training available on-site
• Minimum 5+ years of Emergency Department experience required
• Candidates with both ICU and ED experience may also be considered
• Social Security number required for consideration
• Date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• The facility is a designated Chest Pain Center and Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center, accredited by the ACC and American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer
• Consent to random on-site drug screening and completion of a Criminal Questionnaire/Consent Form are required
• Candidate's permanent address must be 60 or more miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate
• Candidates cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
• Candidates cannot be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment
• Travelers may wear any scrub color of their choice
• Orientation is held bi-weekly on Tuesdays