Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse - $2,434 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• 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: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position in Urbana, IL, requiring a minimum of 3 years of ED nursing experience and active Epic proficiency.

Details

• Hospital Emergency Department setting
• 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 expectation to be onsite within one hour of being called
• A mandatory 2-week nights rotation is required of all travelers
• Block scheduling is not available
• Every other weekend shift required
• Holiday coverage on a rotation basis
• Epic EMR required; experience must be reflected on candidate profile
• No floating requirements

Requirements

• Active Illinois RN license in good standing (temporary license accepted)
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• TNCC preferred
• Minimum 3 years of relevant ED nursing experience
• Level 2 or higher trauma center experience preferred; Level 1 trauma experience is strongly preferred and must be reflected on candidate profile
• Epic EMR experience required
• ASN required; BSN preferred

Additional Information

• Provides nursing care to ED patients including initial assessment, care plan development, implementation of nursing interventions, and ongoing evaluation
• Responsible for accurate and up-to-date patient documentation
• Collaborates with providers, patients, and families to ensure safe, effective care
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible
• Requested time off (RTO) not to exceed 7 total days per 13-week contract
• Travelers who have been on assignment with this health system for 1 continuous year must either convert to permanent staff or take a 6-month break in service before returning to any location within the health system
• First-time travelers are not explicitly excluded; candidate must meet all experience requirements

American Traveler Job ID #P-716614. 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

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.