Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,748 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN for the Emergency Department (ED) at a facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The assignment starts ASAP, lasts 13 weeks, with 36 hours per week on 12‑hour day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival, prioritizing care based on severity
• Explain emergency procedures and treatments to patients and families
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per approved emergency nursing techniques and protocols
• Prepare equipment and aid physicians during emergency treatments and examinations
• Monitor patient comfort and safety, responding to immediate needs
• Observe and document patient conditions as required within scope of practice
• Take and monitor vital signs using clinical judgment to address deviations and prevent complications
• Respond to life‑saving situations per emergency nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• Document comprehensive nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records (EMR)
• Initiate patient education plans according to individualized needs, considering the acute nature of emergency care
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, specialists, paramedics, social workers and other support staff
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as an ER RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
• Current ACLS certification (AHA/ARC)
• Current PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certification

Qualifications

• TNCC, NIHSS, CPI, NRP and SANE certifications (preferred)
• Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical abilities: remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal skills: work effectively with varied personnel, present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/motor skills: grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures or using department equipment
• Mental requirements: cope with frequent public contact while meeting deadlines under pressure; work under close supervision occasionally and without assistance; contend with irregular activity schedules and maintain continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory: visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
• Day‑one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards,