Overview
Registered Nurse – ER Lead (Travel) in Templeton, California. Start date 08/17/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment in a hospital with a nights shift (3x12-hour nights). Weekly pay range: $1,885 to $1,984 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Primary role focuses on unit-based leadership within the emergency department, collaborating with the Nurse Manager, Director, physicians, and staff to ensure safe, professional, and patient-centered care.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,885 - $1,984 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3 per week)
- Start date: 08/17/2026
- Setting: Hospital ER

Responsibilities
- Provide unit-based leadership in the ER, working collaboratively with the Nurse Manager, Director, physicians, and ancillary staff.
- Supervise and direct activities of various levels of nursing and support personnel using professional judgment and supervisory discretion.
- Ensure patients receive cost-effective, professional care that supports positive outcomes and high patient satisfaction, while prioritizing patient safety.
- Assess the unit’s performance and implement steps to improve the patient experience and quality of care.
- Coordinate with interdisciplinary team members to maintain regulatory compliance and optimize workflow during high-demand periods.

Requirements
- Active California registered nurse license or ability to obtain prior to start.
- Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a unit-based setting, preferably in emergency or acute care.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with staff at all levels, including physicians and management.
- Ability to work independently and exercise professional judgment in a fast-paced ER environment.
- Commitment to patient safety and continuous quality improvement.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing processes
- Nationwide assignments and opportunities for extension
- Housing options or assistance when applicable
- Competitive, industry-standard pay for travel nursing

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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.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.