Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,081 per week
About the role
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled ER RN for a 13‑week travel assignment in Maryville, IL. Start date: 09/28/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Hours: 36 hours per week. Shift: 12 hours, nights. Employment type: Travel. 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 high‑quality, efficient, patient‑centered care in critical situations. Fusion Medical Staffing offers day‑one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and a supportive recruiter and clinical team dedicated to your success.
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
Preferred qualifications include TNCC, NIHSS, CPI, NRP and SANE certifications; other certifications or licenses may be required for this position.
Skills
- Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to read,