Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,350 to $2,550 per week in Red Bluff, CA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Red Bluff, CA
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $2,350 to $2,550 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Location: Red Bluff, CA

Start Date: 04-20-2026

End Date: 07-20-2026

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts (examples of starts: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM, 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 2:00 AM). Mid shifts with varied starts between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Schedule rotates across the week (Monday–Sunday coverage) with an every-other-weekend requirement and holiday rotation. (Day/Evening/Night rotating schedule)

Hours per Week: 36

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate emergency nursing care for a 15-bed ER (plus a 6-bed fast track)
• Assess and triage a wide variety of patients including stroke, abdominal pain, orthopedic injuries and psychiatric presentations
• Manage patient care across acuities with typical nurse-to-patient ratios up to 1:4 depending on acuity
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including RT, pharmacy, hospitalists/intensivists and unit secretaries
• Operate and monitor telemetry/Phillips central monitoring and manage ventilated patients as needed
• Serve as charge nurse when scheduled — lead the team, take a small patient load and support unit flow
• Document accurately in Cerner (FirstNet) and follow unit-specific protocols and orientation guidance

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing (state-specific requirements apply)
• ACLS, BLS and PALS certifications required
• 3–5 years of emergency/ specialty experience required (Trauma Level III experience preferred or above)
• Demonstrated ability to manage ventilators and acute care equipment; familiarity with Phillips central monitoring a plus
• Comfortable working every-other-weekend and participating in holiday rotations
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and adapt to rotating schedules; strong assessment and critical thinking skills

Benefits

• Supportive team environment where your experience is valued — you won’t be just a number
• Medical, dental and vision plan options to keep you and your family healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge between shifts
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you maintain your credentials
• Referral bonus programs — bring talented friends and earn rewards
• 401(k) retirement savings options to help you plan ahead
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities, including unit-specific orientation
• Flexible scheduling with schedules posted 30–45 days in advance for better planning

Travel Perks: Explore Red Bluff, CA

Red Bluff offers a gateway to Northern California outdoor life — think scenic river spots along the Sacramento River, local trails for hiking and birding, and easy day trips to nearby natural attractions like Lassen Volcanic National Park and Shasta area recreation. Enjoy small-town charm with local eateries and community events; weekends can include farmers’ markets, fishing, and exploring regional state parks — a great balance after your shifts.