ER RN
Eureka, CA
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,436/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration26 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 – Eureka, CA 95501
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Eureka, California
Schedule: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM). Weekend requirement of 3 out of 6 weekends. Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day). Patient ratio of 4:1. Approximately 135 visits per day with 20 rooms and 26 beds available. Average daily census of 105 patients. 40 hours of orientation provided.
Highlights:
- Six-month travel assignment in a Level 3 trauma, EDAP-certified Emergency Department
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, lift teams, and more
- Care for diverse patient populations across all age groups from neonates to geriatrics
- Float opportunities to Observation Unit covering ER hold patients
- First-time travelers welcome with at least 1 year of ER experience
- Epic charting system utilized throughout the facility
Requirements:
- Active California RN license or Compact license (must be in hand at time of submission)
- Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department nursing experience required
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC (or willingness to obtain prior to start), ENPC
- Experience with patient ratio of 4:1
- Epic charting system experience preferred
- Community hospital experience preferred
- Proficiency in emergency nursing skills including trauma care, ventilator management, blood product administration, procedural sedation, triage, and emergency medications
- Two professional references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
- Clean background check required
Why Join Us?
This travel nursing opportunity offers the chance to work in a dynamic Emergency Department serving a diverse patient population in Northern California. You'll gain valuable experience in a Level 3 trauma center with comprehensive support services and the flexibility to wear your own scrubs. The assignment includes competitive compensation with a winter rate increase effective through February 2027, and time off requests up to 7 days are accommodated when requested upfront. Join a collaborative team environment where you'll make a meaningful impact while advancing your emergency nursing career.
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 Eureka, CA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
- Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.
Browse similar jobs
Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
- Long Beach, CA
- Cross Country Nurses
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
- Lancaster, CA
- Focus Staff
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
ED RN
- La Mesa, CA
- Integrated Healthcare Services
- 3x12 hrs, Nights