Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,054 per week

About the Role

The Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) delivers rapid‑response, high‑quality patient care in a fast‑paced emergency department setting. This role involves assessing patient conditions, implementing urgent care plans, administering life‑saving treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure efficient, patient‑centered care in critical situations. The ER RN demonstrates strong clinical skills, exceptional critical‑thinking abilities, excellent communication under pressure, and a commitment to the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics.

Schedule

• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week (12‑hour night 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 in accordance with emergency nursing protocols.
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during emergency treatments and examinations.
• Monitor patient comfort and safety, responding to immediate needs.
• Observe and document patient conditions within scope of practice.
• Take and monitor vital signs, using clinical judgment to address deviations and prevent complications.
• Respond to life‑saving situations based on emergency nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Document comprehensive nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Initiate patient education plans according to individualized acute‑care needs.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams—including physicians, specialists, paramedics, social workers, and 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.
• Preferred: TNCC, NIHSS, CPI, NRP, and SANE certifications; other certifications or licenses may be required.
• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English.
• Proficiency in reading/comprehending written instructions, following verbal directions, and using PC applications.
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move about, lift/move equipment (50‑100 lb), push, pull, and bend.
• Interpersonal skill to work effectively with diverse personnel and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
• Technical/motor skill to grasp, perform fine manipulation, and assist with procedures and equipment.
• Mental resilience to handle frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work both under supervision and independently, and adapt to irregular schedules while maintaining detail‑oriented concentration.
• Sensory acuity, including visual clarity and effective communication.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
• Life and short‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure fees and continuing education units (CEUs).
• Additional perks: mileage reimbursement, weekly pay, cancellation protection, guaranteed hours, employee assistance programs, and continuing‑education opportunities.