Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,978 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel ER RN for a 13‑week assignment in Clinton, IA. Start date: 10/12/2026. Specialty: Emergency Department (ED). Discipline: RN. Employment type: Travel. The role involves delivering rapid‑response, high‑quality patient care in a fast‑paced emergency department.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival, prioritizing care based on the severity of their condition
• Explain emergency procedures and treatments to patients and families
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved emergency nursing techniques and protocols
• Prepare equipment and aid physicians during emergency treatments and examinations
• Monitor patient comfort and safety throughout their time in the emergency department, 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 based upon 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 to ensure comprehensive care
• Perform other duties as assigned within the 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