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Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Newport News, VA

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ER RN) in Newport News, Virginia (23602). This high-demand ER nursing job offers you the opportunity to work in a busy, 20-bed Emergency Department, providing critical care to 80-100 patients daily. Enjoy the vibrant healthcare community of Newport News, known for its scenic waterfront parks and access to coastal Virginia attractions. Join our healthcare team and make a difference while exploring one of Virginia's top destinations for travel nurses.

ER RN Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Newport News, VA 23602 (Virginia healthcare jobs)

Facility Setting : Emergency Department (20 beds, 15 monitor beds, 5 fast track rooms)

Employment Type : Travel Registered Nurse (ER RN)

Shift : 12-hour nights

Hours per Week : 36

Assignment Duration : 13 weeks (Start : 09 / 08 / 2025 – End : 12 / 06 / 2025)

Schedule : Every other weekend and holiday required

Unit Features : Primary Stroke Center, Cath Lab, staffed with experienced ED nurses and techs

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1780 - $1910 per week ER Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN License in Virginia or compact state (required for Virginia nursing jobs)

Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department RN experience (required)

BLS, ACLS, CPI, and PALS certifications (required for ER nurse jobs)

Successful completion of dysrhythmia exam at orientation (study guide provided)

Experience in triage and willingness to serve as charge nurse

Recent Emergency Department or Critical Care nursing experience (preferred)

EPIC EHR experience (preferred)

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

No local candidates (must reside over 50 miles from facility) Key Responsibilities for Emergency Department RN

Deliver, coordinate, and evaluate patient care for a diverse population in a high-acuity ER setting

Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, develop care plans, and monitor treatment outcomes

Administer medications safely, following hospital policies and nursing best practices

Coordinate patient care with hospital departments and interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Advocate for patient safety and participate in quality improvement initiatives

Manage triage, stabilization, and crisis intervention in emergency situations

Collaborate with EMS, law enforcement, and protective services as needed

Apply evidence-based practices and maintain professional standards in all aspects of care

Support patients and families through acute illness and injury

Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in high-stress ER environments

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team as a Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse in Newport News, VA. Take the next step in your nursing career with this rewarding travel nursing job!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

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