Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,074 per week in Carlinville, IL

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Carlinville, IL
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,074 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department team in Carlinville, Illinois. This role offers an opportunity to provide critical care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, serving a diverse patient population presenting with a wide range of emergent conditions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, initiating life-saving interventions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. This position requires strong clinical judgment and the ability to manage complex cases efficiently while maintaining a high standard of patient safety and quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and prioritize patient needs based on presenting symptoms, medical history, and diagnostic findings.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor vital signs, interpret diagnostic tests, and document patient responses to interventions.
• Initiate and manage life-saving interventions for critically ill or injured patients, including advanced cardiac life support.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare team members to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Provide thorough patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Years of experience: Not specified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) certification.
• Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in emergency assessment, triage, and intervention techniques.
• Ability to manage critical care situations and initiate life-saving measures.
• Strong IV insertion and medication administration skills.
• Competency in cardiac monitoring and interpretation.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for patient, family, and team interaction.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) documentation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Shift Details

This is a 12-week contract position, starting July 9, 2026. The schedule consists of three 12-hour night shifts per week, from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Call requirements: Not specified. Weekend rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.