Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room (ER RN) - Cottondale, Alabama

Set in the heart of Cottondale, AL, this travel RN opportunity in the Emergency Department lets you experience the unique energy of Alabama while broadening your clinical expertise. Cottondale’s vibrant community, easy access to outdoor recreation, and Southern charm offer the perfect backdrop for both professional and personal adventures. Working in a busy Level III Trauma Center and Level II Stroke Center, you’ll sharpen your trauma skills, collaborate with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, and learn from diverse leadership styles—ideal for building a standout resume.

Emergency nursing here means tackling high-volume environments (treating over 60,000 patients annually) with nurse-to-patient ratios as low as 1:1 for critical care. Exposure to advanced practices will expand your expertise, while floating to other units and facilities builds flexibility and adaptability—essential qualities for any nursing career.

Schedule/Hours:

• Flexible options: 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend
• Holidays as required

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Nursing
• Active Registered Nurse license in Alabama or compact state (no temporary licenses)
• Certifications: AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, AHA PALS or Red Cross, NIH, TNCC, SECURE (on site)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience (will consider 18 months if under highest licensure, with 1 year recent ER experience)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver emergency nursing care to patients of all ages in a Level III Trauma and Level II Stroke Center
• Float to other units and area hospitals as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, and interdisciplinary staff
• Manage critical cases with ratios as low as 1:1
• Contribute to patient safety and quality initiatives

Benefits & Perks:

• Travel with tax-advantaged stipends to maximize your earnings
• Premium compensation for travel nurses
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and 401(k) options
• Job security in high-demand settings
• Travel assistance for seamless transitions
• The chance to explore new destinations and enjoy meaningful time off

Ready to add high-acuity ER experience to your portfolio while savoring the best of Alabama living? Apply today and step into an environment designed for both adventure and career growth!