RN Emergency Room

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

We're hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for a short-term Emergency Room contract assignment at a healthcare facility in Clinton, Iowa.

This 21-day onsite assignment offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity emergency nursing care within a fast-paced Emergency Department environment during overnight shifts.

The ideal candidate is an experienced Emergency Room nurse who thrives in dynamic clinical settings, works well under pressure, and delivers compassionate patient-centered care while managing multiple priorities in emergency situations.

Position Overview

• Position: RN Emergency Room
• Employment Type: Contract
• Contract Length: 21 Days
• Dates: May 18, 2026 – June 8, 2026
• Schedule: Night Shift
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM CST
• Work Type: Fully Onsite
• Department: Emergency Department
• Location: Clinton, Iowa

Compensation

• Pay Rate: $59.62/hour

What You'll DoPatient Care & Clinical Assessment

• Implement and monitor individualized patient care plans
• Assess patient conditions and provide emergency nursing care
• Respond rapidly to emergent and acute patient situations
• Monitor and communicate patient condition changes appropriately
• Deliver compassionate care to patients and families during crisis situations

Care Coordination

• Coordinate interdisciplinary patient care across emergency department teams
• Collaborate with:
  • Physicians
  • Respiratory therapists
  • Paramedics
  • Nursing staff
  • Additional healthcare professionals
• Facilitate seamless communication across care teams
• Support coordinated emergency patient management

Clinical Execution

• Carry out physician and nursing orders
• Administer medications and treatments
• Perform emergency procedures and interventions
• Monitor patient response to treatment
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Discharge Planning & Patient Education

• Coordinate discharge planning needs
• Provide patient and family discharge education
• Ensure appropriate follow-up care arrangements
• Communicate discharge requirements with healthcare teams

Required QualificationsExperience

• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Room nursing experience required
• Traveler or contract nursing experience preferred
• Strong emergency nursing and critical care background

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Iowa RN License required
• Current BLS/CPR certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• PALS certification preferred
• TNCC certification preferred

Clinical & Technical Skills

• Strong emergency nursing and patient assessment skills
• Excellent clinical judgment and critical thinking abilities
• Proficiency with EHR and nursing documentation systems
• Ability to manage multiple high-acuity patients simultaneously
• Strong time management and prioritization skills

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in high-stress clinical environments
• Strong patient advocacy mindset
• Compassionate and team-oriented approach to care
• Reliable, adaptable, and detail-oriented

Work Environment

• Fully onsite Emergency Department role
• High-acuity emergency care setting
• Night-shift clinical environment
• Fast-paced interdisciplinary healthcare team

Why This Role Stands OutShort-Term Flexible Contract

Ideal opportunity for experienced ER nurses seeking a focused short-term assignment.

Consistent Night Shift Schedule

Predictable overnight schedule throughout the contract period.

High-Acuity Emergency Experience

Work directly within a fast-paced emergency department handling diverse patient populations and emergent clinical situations.

Strong Compensation

Competitive hourly rate for a short-duration contract assignment.

Ideal for Traveler & Contract Nurses

Excellent fit for experienced ER nurses seeking flexible contract opportunities and night-shift work.