Local Contract Emergency Room Registered Nurse
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$31 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Fairfield, Iowa |
About this job
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a local contract nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a local contract nursing job in Fairfield, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, flexible
- Employment Type: Local Contract
- Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for an Emergency Department position in Iowa, requiring an active IA or compact RN license along with ACLS, PALS, BLS, and TNCC certifications.
Details- Emergency Department (ED/ER) setting in a hospital environment
- Schedule consists of a mix of night shifts and mid-shifts, with approximately 2 night shifts and 1 mid-shift per week
- Holiday and weekend rotation required
- Pay period runs Monday through Sunday
- 13-week contract
- Active Iowa (IA) or compact RN license required
- Required certifications: BLS/BCLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Emergency Room nursing experience preferred but not required
- Two recent employment references required for consideration
- Required immunizations: MMR (2 doses or positive titers), Varicella (positive titer or 2 vaccines), Polio, Hepatitis B series/titer or signed declination, TDaP (within 10 years), flu vaccine (if during flu season Oct 1–Mar 31), and negative 2-step Mantoux (within 1 year) or QuantiFERON Gold (positive results must include chest X-ray)
- Proof of physical exam within 1 year of start date required
- 10-panel drug screen within 1 month of start date required
- Respiratory fit test within 1 year of start date required
- Criminal background check (all states where licensed or lived/worked in the past 7 years) within 30 days of start required
- Iowa Mandatory Reporter Certificates (Child Abuse & Dependent Adult Abuse) required prior to start
- Responsible for total patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient needs
- Directs and guides patient teaching and activities of ancillary personnel in accordance with professional nursing standards
- Completion of facility-required CareLearning education modules must be finished prior to start date
- All employment and health requirement documentation must be submitted and cleared before first-day instructions are provided
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-722969L. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept
About American TravelerWith 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.
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