Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel RN – Emergency Department (Salinas, CA)

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing seeks a travel nurse RN ED for a 13‑week assignment in Salinas, California starting 08/03/2026. The role involves 12‑hour night shifts (36 hours/week). Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and dedicated clinical support will be provided.

• Specialty:
  ED – Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/03/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• 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

• TNCC, NIHSS, CPI, NRP, SANE certifications
• Additional certifications or licenses may be required

The Emergency Room Registered Nurse delivers rapid‑response, high‑quality patient care in a fast‑paced ED. The role requires assessment, urgent care plans, life‑saving treatments, multidisciplinary collaboration, critical thinking, and high standards of patient safety.

• Rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival, prioritizing care based on severity
• Explain emergency procedures and treatments to patients and families
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments per approved protocols
• Prepare equipment and aid physicians during emergency treatments and examinations
• Monitor patient comfort and safety throughout stay, responding to immediate needs
• Observe and document patient conditions per scope of practice
• Take and monitor vital signs, addressing deviations and preventing complications
• Respond to life‑saving situations based on nursing standards, policies, and protocols
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in EMR
• Initiate patient education plans tailored to acute care needs
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, specialists, paramedics, social workers, and other support staff
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication
• Proficient reading, writing, and communication in English
• Ability to comprehend written instructions and follow verbal directions; PC proficiency
• Physical Abilities: Ability to remain stationary, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, bend
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Work effectively with diverse personnel with a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor
  
  Skills:
  
  Fine manipulation, push/pull, assistance with procedures, equipment use
• Mental Requirements: Manage frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work independently or under occasional supervision, accommodate irregular activity schedules, maintain concentration to detail
• Sensory: Visual acuity and effective communication

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Paid Time Off after 1560 hours
• Life and short‑term disability
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Fusion is an EOE/E‑Verify Employer.

Fusion Medical Staffing – Nursing Job . Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation), with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.