Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,386 per week in Hamilton, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Hamilton, NY
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,386 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 9/7/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Hamilton, New York, 13346!

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Job Summary

Community Memorial Hospital, a 25-bed critical-access facility located in Hamilton, New York, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Room Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment. This hospital is a cornerstone of primary and specialty care, serving a population of approximately 45,000 across Madison, Onondaga, Chenango, and Oneida Counties.

The Emergency Department is a 10-bed unit that manages a diverse patient population presenting with conditions such as Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) exacerbations, syncope, non-ST-elevation Myocardial Infarction (non-STEMI), Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), various wound issues, and post-surgical care including Total Hip Replacement (THR), Total Knee Replacement (TKR), lumbar surgery, and general surgery cases, as well as COVID-19 related illnesses. The unit maintains a patient-to-nurse ratio of 5:1, ensuring focused patient care in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a fast-paced Emergency Room setting.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and implement appropriate nursing interventions for a wide range of medical and surgical emergencies.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions including cardiac events, respiratory distress, metabolic imbalances, and trauma.
• Administer medications, perform wound care, and assist with procedures as required.
• Utilize the Sorian Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system for accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and their families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Ability to commit to a 13-week contract for 12-hour night shifts.
• Willingness to adhere to a 50-mile radius rule for travel assignments; local candidates are also considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification.
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification.
• Prior experience with Sorian EMR system.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills in emergency situations.
• Proficiency in managing a diverse patient population, including cardiac, respiratory, metabolic, and post-surgical cases.
• Competence in emergency procedures and interventions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients effectively in a high-acuity environment.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Night Shift
• Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour shifts)
• Days per week: 3 days per week
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: September 7, 2026
• End Date: December 6, 2026
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

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

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