Travel Registered Nurse ER Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (ER) travel assignment in San Luis Obispo, California. Start date: 07/13/2026 for an approximate 13-week rotation. Weekly pay range: $1,900–$2,009 per week. Shift: 3x12 nights. Work setting: hospital-based emergency department. This position is represented by CNA.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,900–$2,009 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts
- Start date: 07/13/2026
- Work setting: Emergency department in a hospital

Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care in the ED, including triage, initial treatment, and discharge planning for patients from newborns to geriatrics.
- Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, assist with procedures, and initiate appropriate interventions under physician direction.
- Perform ongoing assessment of vital signs, responses to treatment, and escalation of care when clinical status changes.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including support staff, to coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record and ensure clear handoffs during transitions of care.
- Maintain patient safety and comfort, uphold infection prevention practices, and provide education to patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions.

Requirements
- Current California Registered Nurse license (active)
- Emergency department nursing experience preferred
- Graduation from an accredited RN program
- Ability to work nights on a three-shift schedule and perform in a fast-paced ED environment
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills
- This position is represented by CNA

Benefits and Support
- Travel assignment support with dedicated recruiter assistance
- Credentialing and onboarding support to facilitate onboarding
- Ongoing assignment support throughout the engagement
- Access to resources for safe and successful completion of the assignment
- Standard practices for travel nursing compensation and scheduling

Find more opportunities
If this exact assignment isn’t the perfect fit, you can explore additional ER nursing openings and other travel opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC by visiting This platform hosts a range of travel and temporary RN roles across different locations and settings.

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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.