Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,566 per week

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Gardner, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department

Shift Information

This position is full-time, with shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. The candidate will be required to work every other weekend and holiday.

Certifications/Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification upon hire or must have active BLS and obtain AHA ACLS within 60 days of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within six (6) months of hire
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), and Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) certifications preferred

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive assessments and ongoing evaluations of patient health.
• Provides patient care adhering to established standards, protocols, and policies.
• Treats each patient as an individual, ensuring care promotes dignity and self-worth.
• Facilitates patient and family education based on assessed learning needs.
• Plans for patient discharge in collaboration with healthcare team and family.
• Delegates and supervises nursing tasks performed by other team members.
• Prioritizes patient care efficiently, recognizing the need for emergency interventions.
• Documents all patient-related data and interventions accurately and timely.
• Reports patient status effectively to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Engages in professional development and promotes learning among peers.
• Identifies and mitigates risks to patient safety and healthcare errors.
• Addreses ethical issues in patient care with appropriate management plans.
• Administers medications and intravenous therapy safely and per protocol.
• Evaluates and documents patients' pain levels and responds as necessary.
• Implements triage protocols for incoming patients.
• Recognizes signs of potential abuse and initiates safety plans accordingly.
• Completes mandatory reporting for incidents such as domestic violence, child, or elder abuse.
• Maintains knowledge of disaster preparedness protocols.
• Responds to potential cases of violent behavior appropriately.
• Accurately interprets laboratory and diagnostic results, notifying physicians promptly.
• Monitors and documents standards related to thrombolytic and anticoagulation therapy.
• Demonstrates skilled care for intubated patients, including suctioning and troubleshooting.
• Ensures compliance with Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) prevention protocols.

Functional Demands

The role requires physical stamina, including the ability to exert varying amounts of force occasionally and frequently, along with the capability to reach, handle, and distinguish colors.

Job Requirements

• Associate's degree in nursing is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in the Emergency Department is preferred.

Holiday Coverage Required

Yes, participation in holiday coverage is mandatory.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN ER

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth , and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.

Wellspring One was named one of SIA's Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026 , a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.

We're not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you'll ever work with.

If you're looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we'd love to be part of your journey.