Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,686 per week in Utica, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Utica, NY
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $2,686 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/31/2026

About the Position

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ED)

Location: Utica New York
Contract: Travel Assignment
Shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift)
Local Candidates Accepted: Yes (Local rate applies to candidates residing within 75 miles)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) with a minimum of 2 years of recent ED experience , including Pediatric Emergency experience , to join a fast-paced, high-acuity Emergency Department. The ideal candidate will have prior travel nursing experience, be comfortable caring for patients across all age groups, and thrive in a Level I/II trauma environment.

Unit Details

• Department: Emergency Department
• Beds: 64 Total
  • 40 Acute Care Beds
  • 2 Trauma Bays
  • 2 Triage Rooms
  • 6 Super Track Beds
  • 10 Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) Beds
  • 6 Psychiatric Beds
• Patient Population: Newborns, Pediatrics, Adults, and Geriatrics
• Common Diagnoses:
  • Stroke
  • Sepsis
  • Trauma
  • Myocardial Infarction (MI)
  • Cardiac Arrest
  • Respiratory Failure
• Specialty Equipment:
  • Rapid Infusor
  • Arctic Sun Temperature Management System
• EMR: Epic
• Floating: Required
• Charge Nurse Experience: Highly Preferred
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care to patients of all age groups.
• Perform rapid patient assessments, triage, stabilization, and continuous monitoring.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, blood products, and emergency interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams during trauma and critical care situations.
• Respond effectively to medical emergencies, including stroke alerts, STEMI, sepsis, and cardiac arrests.
• Accurately document patient care using Epic EMR.
• Float to other appropriate units as needed based on patient care requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active New York RN License (Required)
• Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Department experience
• Pediatric ED experience required
• Previous Travel Nursing experience required
• Experience using Epic EMR
• Charge Nurse experience is highly preferred

Required Certifications

• Active AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Active AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Active AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.