Emergency Department RN
Spokane Valley, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level 3 Trauma Center requiring 2+ years of ED experience and WA or compact RN licensure.

Details

• .Works in the Emergency Services department of a 123-bed Level 3 Trauma Center in Spokane Valley, WA
• Unit consists of 21 beds, 8 hallway beds, 5 fast track beds, and 4-12 outpatient overflow beds
• Treats a patient population including geriatric, abdominal pain, chest pain, stroke, psych, respiratory, and pediatric cases (approximately 15% pediatric)
• Patient ratio is 1:4, organized in pods of 8 patients staffed by 3 nurses
• Utilizes Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• Bedside and nurse's station telemetry monitoring available
• 12-hour night shift schedule with an every-other-weekend rotation
• No floating required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Assignment length of 18 weeks

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI or MOAB, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of ED experience required, with 5 years in specialty preferred
• Skills required include TNK administration, conscious sedation, chest tube management, and central line care
• Epic EMR experience required

Additional Information

• Provide emergency care across a diverse patient population including trauma, cardiac, stroke, psych, and pediatric cases
• Supported by a strong care team including 24/7 charge nurse, receptionist/HUC, respiratory therapy, and hospitalist coverage
• ER techs are phlebotomy certified and 24/7 lab support is available
• Many ER nurses are trained in ultrasound-guided IVs, and a dedicated IV/VAT team is available Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
• Department and critical care float support available as needed, though no dedicated resource nurse
• Orientation includes a one-week program covering NEO, Epic training, skills check-offs, and 2-3 precepted shifts
• MHS Tele Test required prior to arrival
• Scrubs may be any professional color
• Free parking provided
• 1 holiday coverage required per contract
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be approved
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Works within a collaborative team environment focused on delivering an excellent patient experience