Emergency Department RN
Spokane, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring 2+ years of Level 3 or higher trauma experience and EPIC proficiency.

Details

• Work in the Emergency Department of a 388-bed Level 3 Trauma Center with a Level 3 NICU
• 24-bed unit including 8 locked behavioral health rooms
• Patient population includes psych, trauma, general medical, sepsis, cardiac, stroke, abdominal pain, and chest pain cases
• RN to patient ratio of 1:5-6 with low acuity patients for traditional travelers
• Support staff includes 2-4 CNA/ER techs, receptionist/HUC, non-patient-taking charge nurse, 24/7 RT and hospitalist coverage, and access to physicians and mid-level providers
• Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• 12-hour day shifts with shift start times of 0700, 1100, 1200, 1400, or 1900
• Weekend rotation required every other weekend
• Floating is rare but may occasionally include a freestanding ER or other area within the facility

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2+ years of ER experience in a Level 3 or higher trauma center required for traditional travelers
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, NIHSS, MOAB/CPI, and TNCC or ATCN
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Proficiency in RSI, conscious sedation, and lines/drains/tubes management required
• General ER nursing skills required

Additional Information

• Provide emergency nursing care across a wide range of patient acuities and conditions
• Utilizes a 1:1 preceptor model for new clinical staff
• NEO orientation with 1-2 shifts on the unit for traditional travelers
• Unit culture emphasizes strong teamwork in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Holiday coverage required as needed per unit scheduling
• Scrubs must be a professional, solid color (any color accepted)
• Free on-site parking available
• First-time travelers accepted only for traditional (non-new graduate) applicants
• Time off requests of up to 7 days can be approved on the unit; additional time off requires nurse manager approval