Travel Registered Nurse ER

Emergency Department RN (Travel) – ER, Downey, CA. Start 12/14/2026 for a 15-week assignment in a high-volume ED with adult/pediatric coverage and STEMI/stroke receiving designations. Weekly pay $2,278–$2,353 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: 3x12 Days. This is a hospital-based travel assignment on a dayshift schedule.

• Weekly pay: $2,278–$2,353 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 0.0
• Contract duration: 15 weeks
• Shift: 3x12 Days
• Start date:
  
  12/14/2026
• Facility/work setting:
  High-volume ED with STEMI and Stroke receiving capabilities serving adult and pediatric patients

• Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care for combined adult and pediatric patients in a non-trauma ED, including triage, assessment, stabilization, and disposition within established protocols.
• Interpret dysrhythmias, administer and titrate therapies (IV meds, vasopressors), manage arterial/central lines, and perform procedural support (airway management, ventilation, ABG interpretation) as needed.
• Support STEMI and stroke protocols, facilitate rapid imaging, administer relevant therapies, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with PT, Respiratory, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Pharmacy, Social Services, Rapid Response, Transport, Interpreter services, and Unit Secretary to ensure integrated patient care and smooth throughput.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (Cerner and EPIC as listed) and uphold infection control, isolation precautions, and patient safety standards.
• Monitor patient status, respond to deteriorations, and participate in ongoing patient education and family communication throughout the ED visit.

• Active California RN license required at submission.
• Minimum 2 years RN experience; travel experience preferred; 4:1 patient ratios expected;
  Trauma Level I/II experience preferred.
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, CPI, PALS required. NIHSS, TNCC, OCN may be listed as applicable—confirm during onboarding.
• EPIC required;
  Cerner listed in the job record—confirm which system is active at start.
• Advanced EKG exam required prior to/at start; score ≥80%; two attempts allowed; onsite exam details: 20 rhythm strips plus 3 general questions, 45 minutes.
• Flu vaccine required; COVID-19 vaccine not required (medical/religious exemptions allowed).
• RTO rules:
  No RTO during the first two weeks of the assignment; maximum 3 days RTO allowed; must be willing to work holidays.
• Submittal must include references and copies of required certifications; onboarding modules include 8 hours clinical and 2 hours non-clinical.

• Assignment and credentialing support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, including onboarding assistance.
• Ongoing account management and travel support throughout the contract.
• Orientation and unit-specific onboarding included as part of the assignment process.
• Compliance and credentialing guidance to maintain licensure and certifications.
• Local candidate consideration where applicable.