Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Yakima, Washington.

• Specialty:
  ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – 12-Hour Night Shifts

Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) — 12-hour night shifts in Yakima, WA. Active RN license, ACLS/BLS/TNCC, and 3+ years high-acuity ED experience required.

Are you an experienced Emergency Department nurse ready to take on the challenge of Washington’s busiest Emergency Department? Join a dynamic travel nursing team in Yakima, WA, caring for a diverse patient population in a Level III trauma center. This travel RN opportunity is perfect for ER RNs who want to advance critical care skills in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment while enjoying the Pacific Northwest lifestyle.

• Location: Yakima, WA 98902 — Washington emergency nurse job;
  Pacific Northwest nursing jobs
• Setting: Level III Trauma Center, 34-bed Emergency Department
• Contract Type: Travel (Travel RN)
• Start Date: March 23, 2026
• End Date: June 20, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00pm – 7:00am)
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend (flexibility required)
• EMR: EPIC (strongly preferred) — EPIC experience boosts visibility for ER RN applicants
• Scrub Color: Any (no logos)

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a large-volume, high-acuity Emergency Department or Level III trauma ED
• Active Registered Nurse license (Washington or compact RN preferred)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS or ENPC, TNCC
• Proficiency with barcode scanning medication administration, medication drips, and blood product administration
• Demonstrated ability to manage triage (must pass hospital triage test) and a strong understanding of ESI (Emergency Severity Index)
• Skills in chest tube and arterial line setup, assisting with trauma and code cases, splinting, and bipap/ventilator management
• Pediatric emergency medicine experience highly preferred
• Experience with Point-of-Care labs and EPIC EMR a plus
• Travel RN experience preferred; first-time travelers not considered for this role

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate emergency care to patients from neonates through geriatrics in a busy, high-acuity ED
• Perform triage, administer medications, manage drips, and safely administer blood products
• Assist with trauma activations, codes, and advanced procedures such as chest tube and arterial line setup
• Provide care for a broad range of emergency presentations including pediatric emergencies, stroke, cardiac events, behavioral health, and substance use disorders
• Stabilize and coordinate transfer of high-acuity patients to specialty services (neurosurgery, multi-system trauma, pediatric critical care)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a zone-based ED environment to optimize patient flow and outcomes
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation using EPIC EMR
• Demonstrate scheduling flexibility, including weekend rotations and night shift coverage

Why Yakima? Yakima, WA (98902) is a vibrant city nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, known for its friendly community spirit and affordable cost of living. Residents enjoy a thriving downtown with local shops, restaurants, and cultural events, as well as easy access to scenic outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and wine tasting in the surrounding Yakima Valley.

With over 300 days of sunshine each year, Yakima offers an ideal lifestyle for those who appreciate both urban amenities and natural beauty. Join a Yakima healthcare team and experience a rewarding work-life balance while gaining valuable emergency medicine experience in this welcoming city.

Compensation: Competitive travel RN compensation.
Estimated Weekly Salary: $2130-$2250/week.
This is a strong opportunity for experienced ER RNs seeking travel nursing jobs, emergency nursing positions, or Level III trauma center experience in Washington.

Apply now: Interested Emergency Room Registered Nurses (ER RN)…