ER RN
Seattle, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an ER RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring at least one year of ED experience and behavioral health skills.

Details

• Acute care Emergency Department in a comprehensive Stroke Center that receives STEMI patients
• 17 beds, flexible up to 22 with hallway beds when staffing allows
• Fast track through triage lobby, plus a separate triage area for those with triage experience
• ED holds are intermixed within the department; ED nurse serves as primary nurse
• 4 designated psych/seclusion rooms with 24/7 in-house security
• Average of 66 patients treated per day with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Common diagnoses include stroke, STEMI, sepsis, chest pain, psychosis, and a heavy behavioral health population; rare pediatric cases (treat and transfer)
• Common drips include insulin, cardiac, sedation, and other critical drips
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Night shift, 7p-730a, working every other weekend with holiday coverage expected
• No call, standby, or floating requirements to other units
• Travelers may float within Region I facilities (Seattle, Burien, and Federal Way, WA) if needed
• Charge nurse role may be offered to travelers, primarily at night, for those willing

Requirements

• Active WA or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• BSN not required
• Behavioral health experience required
• Prior traveler experience with 1-2 completed assignments preferred
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Valid driver's license required at time of consideration

Additional Information

• Draw own labs with phlebotomy assistance available during high patient volume
• Perform breathing treatments while respiratory therapy manages ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and ABGs
• Monitor telemetry using Phillips monitors alongside monitor techs
• Work alongside ED techs who perform EKGs, blood sugar checks, patient monitoring setup, sitter duties, and ADLs
• X-ray and CT services available within the ED with transport handled by department staff
• One 12-hour shift of unit-specific orientation with an experienced ED RN
• Scrub color is royal blue
• Strong team culture with an emphasis on accountability, respect, and collaboration across all roles
• Manager is a former traveler with a supportive approach to travel staff
• Many travelers extend their assignments due to positive team environment