What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse ED position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Camarillo, California.
Job Description & Requirements
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position in California, requiring a CA RN license and current ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, and COVID vaccine.
Responsibilities
About American Traveler
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.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/10/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position in California, requiring a CA RN license and current ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, and COVID vaccine.
Responsibilities
- Work in an acute care hospital Emergency Room with 14 beds and a dedicated fast track area
- Average daily census of 65 patients with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Patient population includes a high volume of elderly and non-trauma cases, including abdominal pain, chest pain, orthopedic injuries, and minor wounds
- Frequent care for psychiatric patients who may remain in the ER for extended periods
- Vents are used in the unit and staff work in collaboration with ED physicians, mid-levels, RT, pharmacy, clinical techs, and unit clerks
- Cerner EMR is used, and ability to print and sign off on telemetry strips is required
- Shifts are 12 hours (mids and a variety of start times), with required work every other weekend and participation in holiday rotation (2 out of 3 holidays)
- Travelers may float to the nearby SJRMC ER as needed
- Primary responsibilities include patient triage, stabilization (no trauma), and comprehensive care for a wide range of emergency cases
- Team includes charge nurse and clinical tech support during peak hours; security is always on site
- No IV team; RNs expected to perform their own IV starts
- Unit manager is actively involved and the environment is traveler friendly
- Staff must print and sign telemetry strips as no monitor techs are provided
- Navy scrubs are required
- Mandatory completion of unit-specific orientation (2 shifts)
- Participation in holiday coverage is rotated with permanent staff
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Candidates must not have worked directly for CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facilities in the past year (PRN with outside firms considered)
- Active CA RN license required at time of application; pending licenses not accepted
- Minimum of 2 years recent Emergency Room RN experience
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, and COVID vaccine required
- Competency in triage and willingness to take conscious sedation cases upon successful completion of a competency assessment
- Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and work collaboratively with existing staff
- References required: one supervisor from the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both with provided dates of employment and rehire eligibility
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
About American Traveler
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.
Salary : $2,639