Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,092 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in East Saint Louis, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nursing Job in East Saint Louis, IL

Advance your nursing career as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) with a travel assignment in East Saint Louis, Illinois (62207). This high-demand ER nursing job offers you the chance to work in a dynamic emergency department, expand your clinical skills, and experience the vibrant healthcare community of the greater St. Louis metropolitan area. Join our healthcare team and make a real impact in Illinois emergency nursing while enjoying the unique blend of urban amenities and local charm East Saint Louis has to offer.

ER RN Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: East Saint Louis, IL 62207 (Illinois healthcare jobs)
• Facility Setting: Emergency Department (ER)
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Start Date: September 15, 2025
• End Date: December 15, 2025
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts (10am-10pm)
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1740 - $1860

ER Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (RN)
• Active Illinois Registered Nurse license
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification (within 1 year of hire)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification (within 1 year of hire)
• De-Escalation training required
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience as an ER RN or in an acute care/emergency department setting

ER Nurse Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to promote positive patient outcomes
• Assess and monitor patient clinical conditions using objective and subjective data
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for emergency department patients
• Utilize critical thinking and clinical judgment in all aspects of patient care
• Demonstrate advanced clinical competencies and skills relevant to emergency nursing
• Coordinate and deliver patient and family education based on identified needs
• Administer, manage, and reconcile medications safely
• Document patient care, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Delegate tasks appropriately to support staff according to skill level and scope of practice
• Triage patients efficiently using the ESI triage algorithm
• Provide care for sexual assault victims, including documentation and evidence handling
• Facilitate patient flow and prioritize care in a fast-paced emergency setting
• Communicate effectively with EMS, first responders, and the healthcare team
• Respond to hospital codes and participate in emergency response teams
• Offer compassionate communication to patients and families during trauma or crisis situations
• Manage expired patient protocols, including family notifications and documentation
• Safely care for behavioral health patients experiencing acute crisis
• Coordinate patient transfers in compliance with EMTALA guidelines
• Perform additional ER RN duties as assigned

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team as a travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse in East Saint Louis, IL. Take the next step in your nursing career and make a difference in Illinois emergency healthcare today!

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With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #402348. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ER

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