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Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Contract in Richmond, VA

Emergency Department RN job in Richmond, Virginia: bring your ER nursing experience to a fast-paced community emergency department. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to care for patients of all ages, from non-urgent concerns to life-threatening emergencies, and deliver safe, compassionate, coordinated care.

Emergency Department RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910–$2,010
• Location: On-site in Richmond, Virginia (23226)
• Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week, 7:30 p.m.–8:00 a.m. (36 hours per week)
• Weekend and Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and major holidays
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Department: Community Emergency Department with 30 beds and 14 Fast Track beds; additional hallway beds may be used as needed
• Patient Population: Patients of all ages with a range of medical complaints
• Typical Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4; ratios may vary with department needs
• Start Date: November 23, 2026

Emergency Room RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Virginia or an applicable compact-state license
• At least one year of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience
• Experience with conscious sedation
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• CPI or de-escalation training
• Ability to pass an EKG examination during orientation; a study guide is available
• Copy of nursing diploma required
• Recent Emergency Department or critical care experience and EPIC experience preferred

Emergency Nurse Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ clinical conditions and psychosocial needs, establish priorities, and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
• Provide evidence-based emergency nursing care to patients across the lifespan, including those with medical, behavioral health, injury, and emergency needs.
• Administer medications safely and monitor patients’ responses to treatment, updating care plans as needed.
• Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team and other services to support timely, effective patient care.
• Support stabilization, resuscitation, triage, crisis intervention, and other emergency nursing interventions within scope of practice.
• Promote patient safety, privacy, and compassionate communication while remaining adaptable in a high-intensity emergency department.

About Richmond, Virginia

Richmond offers a welcoming mix of historic character, cultural attractions, local dining, and outdoor recreation. The 23226 area provides access to the broader city’s museums, parks, and James River activities, making it a great place to enjoy time away from the department.

Apply now for this 13-week Emergency Department RN contract opportunity in Richmond, Virginia.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.