Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,837 per week in York, ME

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: York, ME
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,837 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/10/2026

About the Position

Job Title

Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week assignment at York Hospital in York, Maine. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Emergency Department team, providing critical care to a diverse patient population.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in a fast-paced emergency setting. This includes managing acute and chronic conditions, performing rapid assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and stabilization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients presenting with a wide range of medical and traumatic emergencies.
• Conduct rapid and accurate patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Implement and evaluate patient care plans, administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitor patient conditions, interpret diagnostic tests, and document all patient interactions and interventions accurately.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and continuous patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of recent experience as an Emergency Room RN.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Previous experience in a charge nurse or preceptor role.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in emergency assessment, triage, and intervention techniques.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure.
• Competency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Day/Evening rotation (12-hour shifts)
• Shift Schedule: 3 shifts per week, totaling 36 hours.
• Typical Shift Times: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM and 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM. Shift times may vary based on departmental needs and patient census.
• Call Requirements: No call required.
• Weekend Rotation: Not specified.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks.
• Anticipated Start Date: August 10, 2026.

Licensing Requirements

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maine.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.