Travel Registered Nurse ER

Overview

Registered Nurse - ER Lead position in San Luis Obispo, California, starting June 15, 2026 for a 13‑week travel assignment. The role offers 36 hours per week on 12‑hour day shifts within an ER leadership capacity on an inpatient unit in an acute care setting.

• Weekly pay: $1,856 – $1,979 per week
• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12‑hour days, 3 per week (36 hours)
• Start date:
  
  06/15/2026
• Setting: ER leadership on an inpatient unit in an acute care environment
• Travel assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC

• Provide unit‑based leadership in the ER, collaborating with the Nurse Manager, Director, physicians, and staff.
• Supervise and direct activities of various levels of nursing and ancillary personnel using professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment.
• Ensure cost‑effective, professional care that supports positive outcomes and high patient satisfaction while maintaining patient safety.
• Assess and take steps to improve the quality of the patient experience and unit performance.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, participate in rounds, and support care planning and workflow optimization.

• Active California RN license (or eligibility) required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred.
• Prior ER nursing experience or nurse‑lead/charge experience in a similar unit recommended.
• RN degree from an accredited nursing program (associate or bachelor’s degree acceptable).
• Ability to work 12‑hour day shifts in a fast‑paced ER environment and lead a diverse care team.
• Proficient documentation and computer skills; strong communication and teamwork capabilities.

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated assignment support
• Fast credentialing assistance
• Nationwide travel assignments

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.