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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department position requiring an active IL license, 2 years of ED experience, and ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications.
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Level 1 Trauma Center Emergency Department with 65 private beds and 2 trauma bays
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Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3-5 variable based on acuity and departmental needs
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Cares for a wide range of patient acuities from minor complaints to critically ill trauma, stroke, and cardiac arrest cases
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Level 1/2 trauma patients are managed initially by a specialized trauma team; travelers may care for stabilized trauma patients once transferred to a pod
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Utilizes EPIC EMR system
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12-hour night shift schedule with set shift start times, no day/night rotation
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Every other weekend rotation required, typically resulting in a 2-on/4-on or similar block schedule
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Holiday coverage required on a rotating or negotiable basis
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No on-call or standby requirements
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Rare floating possible to other units in a help-all capacity, not as primary team nurse
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ED techs staffed at a 1:9 ratio, with respiratory therapists and monitor techs also present
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Phillips cardiac monitors used with on-site orientation provided
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Minimum of 3 attending physicians staffed at all times, along with charge nurses and 24/7 house supervisor coverage
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Active IL RN license required
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Minimum 2 years of RN experience preferred
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Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and TNCC or TNS
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Prior travel nursing assignment experience preferred
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SANE RN experience preferred
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Experience in a teaching hospital with residents preferred
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Proficiency in titrating vasopressor, cardiac, and antihypertensive drips required
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Ability to interpret and act on cardiac rhythms required
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Negative drug screen required for all panels
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Provide direct patient care across a wide range of ED cases including trauma, stroke, cardiac, and general emergency presentations
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Work alongside a dedicated trauma team, charge nurses, and 24/7 house supervisor support
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Charge nurses may assist as a second nurse during traumas or critical cases but do not typically carry a patient assignment
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Respiratory therapists assist with ventilator, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow equipment
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Radiology staff or transport handle patient transport for X-Ray and CT imaging
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Nurses and techs perform lab draws, with phlebotomy assisting for boarder patients at times
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12 hours of non-billable orientation required, with guaranteed hours not applying during this period
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Scrub requirements include tasteful attire with solid-colored shirts underneath, no specific scrub color mandated
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Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a reduced local bill rate
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Time off requests may be included in the contract and are subject to scheduling manager approval
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COVID vaccination is not required for this position
