ED Observation RN

Evenings, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 24, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for an ED Surge/Observation Unit position requiring an active MA license and 2 years of telemetry experience. Details ER Surge/Overflow Unit stationed within the Emergency Department caring for overflow and surge patients Evening shift, 4x12 hours, 3:00 PM to 3:30 AM with some flexibility based on department need 13-week assignment at 48 hours per week Every other weekend/holiday (EOW/EOH) rotation required Floating required to different areas within the ED to care for overflow/surge patients Uses Epic charting system Union facility with no special scheduling accommodations; must be able to work all 7 days Requirements Active MA RN license required in hand 2+ years of telemetry experience required BLS required, ACLS preferred Skills required: respiratory care, chest tube management (Emerson/PleurEvac preferred), cardiac monitoring and emergency response, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, medication administration, PCA (preferred), IV therapy/phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs Trauma Level I experience preferred Two references required, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher Additional Information Must complete pass/fail medication and telemetry exams during orientation, each with only 1 attempt allowed; failure results in immediate contract cancellation Study materials will be provided during compliance process and facility-directed interviews (FDIs) RTO not approved on 12/24, 12/25, or 12/31 due to unit needs Facility allows 1 of the 3 major upcoming holidays off Candidates must be able to start on the posted start date with no flexibility First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate within a 75-mile radius Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system Candidates with prior disciplinary actions on their nursing license will not be considered