ER RN
College Station, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring 2+ years of ER experience and TNCC certification at a Level III trauma, STEMI and Stroke receiving facility.

Details

• Level III trauma center that is also a STEMI and Stroke receiving facility
• 18-bed ER including 4 critical care rooms used for trauma or codes, plus a 6-bed Fast Track
• Separate triage area with travelers allowed to staff it
• ER holds are intermixed with standard ER patients
• 1 dedicated psych/seclusion room with 24/7 in-house security rounding in the ER
• Average of 70 patients treated per day
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:3-4 depending on acuity
• Patient population includes pediatrics, cardiac/STEMI, stroke, some trauma (multisystem trauma transferred out), and general ER complaints such as abdominal pain, respiratory, and GI issues
• Common drips administered include pressors and sedation
• 24/7 in-house MD coverage plus 2 midlevels staggered during busy times
• Generally patient-free charge nurse on each shift
• 2 PCTs per shift, who may occasionally be pulled for sitter duties
• RT present in the ER 24/7 performing ABGs, breathing treatments, and running vents; RNs perform EKGs and troubleshoot RT equipment ranging from nasal cannula to vents
• RNs are required to read and interpret their own telemetry strips as there are no monitor techs
• X-Ray and CT located near the ER with staff assistance for transport
• Phlebotomy team draws labs
• 12-hour night shifts using Meditech EMR
• Requires every other weekend
• No call or standby requirements
• Travelers are typically first to float if floating is needed, otherwise floating is uncommon

Requirements

• Active TX RN license or compact license in hand
• Required certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), NIHSS, PALS (AHA), and TNCC
• Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience required
• Must pass the Advanced Dysrhythmia exam (83% or higher) prior to signing contract, with up to three attempts allowed
• Copy of driver's license required at time of consideration, with legal name matching government-issued ID (no middle initial or middle name)
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care in a high-volume Emergency Department treating a wide range of acuities and diagnoses
• May be asked to precept as needed by the unit
• RNs are not responsible for arranging placement for psych patients; a separate team screens and sets up placement
• Unit-specific orientation consists of 1-3 shifts depending on experience, with a checkoff packet reviewed alongside a preceptor
• Dress code requires navy scrubs with navy undershirts; scrub jackets are optional but must also be navy
• Call-offs are strongly discouraged and could result in termination
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year; those employed PRN through outside staffing firms will still be considered
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Facility welcomes travelers who wish to extend their assignment