Emergency Department RN
Tuscaloosa, AL
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$2,246/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Emergency Department – Tuscaloosa, AL
Start Date: July 20, 2026
Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Schedule: Evening shift, 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM, 12-hour shifts. Every other weekend and holiday rotation as required. 36 or 48 hours per week available. Block scheduling options may be accommodated (Friday/Saturday/Sunday or Saturday/Sunday/Monday).
Highlights:
- 54-bed Emergency Department at a state-designated Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke Center
- High-volume facility treating more than 60,000 patients annually
- Patient ratios ranging from 1:1 for critical/trauma cases to 1:3-4 for general emergency patients
- 13-week assignment with guaranteed 36 hours per week
- Comprehensive emergency services for all age groups with a multidisciplinary care team
- Biweekly orientation with 16 hours of non-billable onboarding
Requirements:
- Active Alabama or Compact RN license (temporary licenses not accepted)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree required
- Minimum 18 months to 2 years of RN experience working under professional license, with at least 1 year in emergency department specialty
- Current AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications required
- Willingness to float to other units and facilities as needed
- Proficiency with Meditech charting system preferred
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency department serving a diverse patient population. The 91-day contract offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling options including block shifts, and the chance to build critical trauma and emergency care skills. Overtime is available after 48 hours per week, and local candidates are welcome to apply.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Tuscaloosa, AL
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL here's what you should know:- Tuscaloosa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 91°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 56°F, average low: 34°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Tuscaloosa.
- Tuscaloosa is car-friendly, with public transportation options also available.
- Tuscaloosa has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Tuscaloosa offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities near the Black Warrior River.
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