Emergency Department RN
Tacoma, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring at least 2 years of true ER experience and a WA or compact RN license.

Details

• Off-campus emergency department setting with 10 beds and up to 20 total treatment spaces
• Patient population ranges from neonates to geriatrics, with about 25% pediatric cases, including trauma, cardiac, neuro, GI, respiratory, psych, and GSW patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, with 1:6 in fast track areas
• RNs manage ventilators and BiPAP for intubated patients as no RT is onsite; training provided
• RNs mix their own medications under pharmacy supervision via video conference since no onsite pharmacist is available
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris pumps, and Pyxis medication system
• 12-hour night shift schedule with flexible start times between 1500-1900
• 6-week block schedules with weekend rotation negotiable (typically every other weekend)
• Assigned a primary site but required to float to other off-campus EDs as needed, including mid-shift floating with paid travel time
• Minimum night staffing typically includes 4 RNs and 1 LPN, though can vary to 2 RNs and 1 LPN
• May be required to take charge nurse responsibilities with facility-provided training

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications required
• Minimum of 2 full years of true ER experience in any trauma level required
• Strong ED skills including IV insertion, central line care, chest tube management, and medication administration
• Ventilator and BiPAP management skills (training provided during onboarding)
• Must complete and pass Traveler Telemetry Competency exam prior to start
• Strong customer service skills required

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care across a wide range of emergency cases including trauma, cardiac, neuro, GI, respiratory, and psychiatric presentations
• Support staff includes LPNs who assist with low acuity assignments, procedures, and medication administration within their scope
• Charge nurse may take a partial patient assignment and assist with staff breaks in the afternoons
• Orientation includes hospital orientation, a full day with the unit educator, an 8-hour respiratory class, and a full day on the unit
• PPE includes N95 masks, PAPRs, and goggles
• Facility accepts medical and religious exemption requests only
• Scrubs may be any color
• Free parking provided
• Time off requests of 5 days or fewer are generally approved; longer requests require manager approval
• Holiday coverage expectations are negotiable
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply