Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $2,272 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/25/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level IV Trauma Center in Kenosha, WI, requiring 2 years of ED experience and a critical care skill set.

• Work setting is a 74-bed hospital Emergency Department with a 21-bed main unit plus a 6-bed annex, located in Kenosha, WI
• Patient population includes all ages across a Level IV Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Active Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) program with RN on-call 24/7 for applicable cases
• RN-to-patient ratio is 1:4 on both days and nights; tech ratio is 1:8
• 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation of 1 weekend per month required
• No call or on-call responsibilities
• No floating required
• EMR is Epic; Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis med dispensing, and GE monitors are used

• Active WI or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC or TNS, and CPI or MOAB
• Minimum 2 years of ED or critical care experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Critical care level skill set required
• At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN, dated within the last year, required for consideration
• Candidate DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration

• Orientation includes at least 1 shift to learn unit flow and workflow
• Unit support includes a charge nurse with reduced patient assignment, in-house hospitalist 24/7, in-house ED MD 24/7, HUC 24/7, and phlebotomy assistance for peripheral blood draws
• Nursing station telemetry monitoring is performed without a dedicated tele tech
• No holiday coverage requirements
• Scrubs must be a solid color with no graphics, logos, or designs
• Free parking available on-site
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Former employees of Advocate Health or any of its subsidiaries must have been separated for at least 12 months before being eligible
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate — no radius restrictions apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-699846. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.