Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $1,712 per week in Atlanta, GA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Atlanta, GA
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $1,712 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/17/2026

About the Position

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in a dynamic Emergency Department in Atlanta, Georgia. This role is ideal for an experienced RN looking to provide critical care in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care for a diverse population presenting with acute illnesses and injuries. You will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to stabilize patients, administer treatments, and prepare them for further care or discharge.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients presenting with various emergency conditions, from minor injuries to critical traumas.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, interpret diagnostic tests, and develop individualized care plans.
• Administer medications, perform treatments, and operate medical equipment safely and effectively.
• Monitor and document patient vital signs, symptoms, and responses to interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Educate patients and their families on conditions, treatments, and discharge instructions.
• Respond rapidly and effectively to emergent situations, including codes and critical events.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an Emergency Department setting.
• Ability to commit to a 13-week travel assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Emergency Medical Record (EMR) systems, specifically Cerner.
• Advanced clinical assessment and critical thinking skills in emergency situations.
• Competence in trauma care, cardiac monitoring, IV insertion, and medication administration.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration and patient interaction.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure in a high-stress environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Night shifts (NOC), typically 12-hour shifts.
• Schedule: 3 days per week, with potential for varied start times such as 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks.
• Assignment Dates: August 17, 2026 - November 14, 2026.
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.