Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Kankakee, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
- Length: 12 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department night shift position requiring at least one year of acute care experience and an active IL RN license.
Details
- Work in a hospital Emergency Department setting
- 12-hour night shift schedule (19:00-07:30)
- Provides direct patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Cares for patients requiring telemetry monitoring within the ED
Requirements
- Active IL RN license currently in hand
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS and/or ENPC
- Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation competency required
- Minimum of one year experience as a staff nurse RN in an acute care hospital setting
- ER setting experience preferred
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) preferred
- BSN preferred
- DOB and SSN required for consideration
Additional Information
- Directs and guides patient and family teaching along with activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining professional nursing standards
- Communicates with physicians regarding changes in patient clinical condition, including diagnostic study results
- Responds quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition or treatment response
- Knowledgeable of EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and hospital social worker
- Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times
- Accepts local candidates
American Traveler Job ID #P-741348. 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.
