Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Yakima, WA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – 13-Week Travel Nurse Assignment in Yakima, WA

Travel Nurse ER RN opportunity in Yakima, WA — 13-week assignment at a busy Level III Trauma Center. Join a dynamic, high-performing Emergency Department as an Emergency Department RN providing acute and trauma care in Yakima (98902). This travel nurse position is ideal for experienced ED nurses seeking a fast-paced night shift role in Washington with strong exposure to trauma, pediatric emergency, and high-acuity critical care.

Discover Yakima: Located in the heart of Central Washington, Yakima (98902) is known for its beautiful sunny climate, vibrant local culture, and access to outdoor recreation. Enjoy scenic hiking and biking trails, renowned wineries, and fresh local produce from the Yakima Valley. With a welcoming community and affordable cost of living, Yakima offers a great balance of work and leisure for traveling healthcare professionals.

Job Details

• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (May 18, 2026 – August 15, 2026)
• Location: Yakima, WA (98902) — Level III Trauma Center, 34-bed Emergency Department
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130 – $2,250 (Travel Nurse pay estimate)
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00pm – 7:00am) — Night shift ER nurse
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend (flexibility required)
• EMR: Epic (Epic EMR experience required/preferred)
• Scrub Color: Any (no logos)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a large-volume, high-acuity Emergency Department (ED nurse / trauma nurse experience)
• Active Registered Nurse license (must meet state licensure requirements for Yakima, WA)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS or ENPC, TNCC
• Proficiency with Epic EMR and barcode medication administration
• Must pass hospital triage test prior to triage responsibilities; strong knowledge of ESI required
• Pediatric emergency medicine experience highly preferred
• Experience with Point of Care Labs is a plus
• Travel experience preferred — first-time travelers not considered

Key Responsibilities (Emergency Department RN / ER RN)

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care to patients from neonate through geriatric in a fast-paced ED setting
• Perform barcode scanning medication administration, manage medication drips, and administer blood products
• Conduct triage, demonstrate strong knowledge of Emergency Severity Index (ESI), and stabilize high-acuity patients
• Set up chest tubes, arterial lines, and assist with trauma activations, codes, and resuscitations
• Perform splinting, BiPAP/ventilator management, and assist with Point of Care Labs
• Care for patients with stroke, cardiac events, behavioral health crises, substance use disorder, and multi-system trauma
• Stabilize, coordinate, and transfer high-acuity patients as needed to appropriate levels of care
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a zone-based ED environment to ensure efficient, safe patient flow

Apply now to join our healthcare team as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) in Yakima, WA. This travel nurse role offers hands-on trauma and emergency experience in a busy Level III Trauma Center — ideal for ED nurses seeking a challenging and rewarding assignment. Join our team today!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.