Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,452 per week

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

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/11/2026
• 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 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Urbana, IL, requiring Epic EMR experience and a valid IL RN license.

• Emergency Department setting at a Level 1 Trauma Center
• Mid shift: 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
• 2 on-call shifts required per 6-week schedule period; call shifts are 13 hours with an expectation to be onsite within one hour
• All travelers are required to complete a 2-week nights rotation
• Every other weekend shift required
• Holiday shifts on a rotation basis
• No floating requirements
• Epic EMR experience required
• 13-week contract

• Active IL RN license in good standing required; temporary license accepted
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required; BSN preferred
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

• Provides direct patient care in the ED using the nursing process, including initial assessment, care plan development, implementation, and continuous modification
• Responsible for accurate and up-to-date documentation of nursing care
• Collaborates with providers, patients, and families to promote a safe and healing environment
• Participates in peer feedback and professional development
• Candidates who have been on continuous assignment with this health system for 1 year must take a 6-month break before returning to any location within the system
• RTO not to exceed 7 days for the duration of the 13-week contract
• Interviews are conducted by the facility leader prior to placement
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded, but 3 years of ED nursing experience is required

American Traveler Job ID #P-696622. 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.