Travel Registered Nurse ER Job
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER), Saint Louis, Missouri, United States. This travel, temporary assignment starts May 4, 2026 for a period measured in weeks. Shift is nights, 3×12-hour shifts. Weekly pay ranges from $1,944 to $2,013. Guaranteed hours are 36 per week. Setting: acute care hospital Emergency Department. Unit features include 38 ED beds with approximately 127 visits per day and care for a patient population spanning neonates through geriatrics, with a separate psych area. Locals are not accepted (75-mile local radius rule). The ER uses EPIC for charting; floating within scope is required to meet facility needs.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,944–$2,013 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Shift: Nights (3×12-hour shifts)
- Start date: 05/04/2026
- Assignment type: Travel - Temporary; Unit: Emergency Department
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care to diverse patient populations (neonates through geriatrics) in a busy ED, including triage, rapid assessment, and prioritization of care.
- Manage airway, ventilator care, and dysrhythmia/12-lead EKG interpretation; administer IV vasopressors and medications as ordered.
- Support trauma care, blood product administration, procedural sedation, central line care, phlebotomy, and wound management; assist with chest tubes and splints as needed.
- Perform timely charting in EPIC; monitor patient status, reassess frequently, and communicate findings to the interdisciplinary team.
- Collaborate with Respiratory, Radiology, Pharmacy, Social Work, and Interpretation services; coordinate with unit secretary to ensure patient flow and safety.
- Handle psychiatric holds and management of violent patients; provide pediatric emergencies care with a focus on safety and stabilization.
Requirements
- Active RN license in good standing; MO state license or eligibility to practice in Missouri; pending license accepted per compliance notes.
- Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience; travel experience required; first-time travelers not accepted.
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS (CPR), NIHSS, PALS required; on-site STEMI & Stroke certification facility preferred; CPI and TNCC are beneficial.
- Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program with RN licensure; ability to work in a high-volume ED environment and, if needed, float within scope.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced ED setting, participate in cross-functional teamwork, and meet shift and scheduling requirements (nights; floating as needed).
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing processes
- Housing assistance options
- Nationwide assignments available
- Extension opportunities
- Referral bonus up to $1,000
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
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- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
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- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
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