Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Hinesville, Georgia.
Job Description & Requirements
- 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
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Critical Access Hospital in coastal Georgia, requiring 2 years of ER experience and night shift availability.
Details
- Work setting is an acute care Critical Access Hospital (CAH) ER, currently working toward Level IV trauma designation — not a STEMI or stroke receiving center
- 18-bed ER including 3 trauma bays, with no separate fast track area
- General ER patient population including abdominal pain, lacerations, SOB, chest pain, stroke/CVA with TPA, DKA, sickle cell, psych, MVAs, trauma (stabilize and transfer), and send-out STEMIs
- Averages 90 patients per day, with peak season volume reaching up to 140 patients per day
- Nurse-to-patient ratio is generally 1:4–5 depending on acuity
- No separate holding area — ER holds are intermixed within the department and managed by ER nurses
- Two safety rooms available for psychiatric patients; in-house security on weekends with plans for 24/7 coverage
- Telemetry monitoring in every room except safety rooms; RNs must read and interpret their own strips
- 12-hour night shifts, 7p–7a; weekends and holidays as needed
- Every other weekend required; holidays rotated with permanent staff
- No on-call or standby requirement
- No floating to other units required
- Self-scheduling available, subject to manager approval; block scheduling permitted
- EMR system: TruBridge Evident (T-system for ED documentation)
Requirements
- Active RN license — GA or Compact license required
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS; TNCC preferred
- Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
- Experience from smaller community hospitals preferred due to higher-than-typical CAH patient volume
- Proficiency with IV placement and critical care/ER drips required
- Ability to multitask and perform in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment
- Ability to troubleshoot ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP equipment
- Ability to read and interpret cardiac monitor strips
- ICU hold experience preferred
Additional Information
- Located approximately 40 miles southwest of Savannah, GA, near the coast
- ER is staffed with MDs and midlevels; charge nurse is present every shift and takes a patient assignment
- PCTs are on shift (1 in the AM, a 2nd arriving at noon) and assist with vitals, lab draws, splinting, and general tech duties
- Radiology is available in-house 24/7 and handles patient transport; RNs and techs share lab draw responsibilities
- Ultrasound and vein finder available for use in the ER
- RT is on-site 24/7 (1 RT on nights); pharmacy is in-house until 5p with a resource nurse available to mix medications after hours
- 3-shift unit orientation provided
- Scrub color requirement: Caribbean Blue scrubs with a matching Caribbean Blue or white scrub jacket
- Strong emphasis on customer service and patient satisfaction
- Travel experience is preferred but not required
- No schedule changes will be accommodated once set
American Traveler Job ID #P-708356. 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.