ED Observation RN
Salem, MA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Contract in Salem, MA

Join a collaborative emergency care team as an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN) in Salem, Massachusetts. This 13-week nursing contract is ideal for an RN who provides confident, compassionate care to medical, surgical, pediatric, and behavioral health patients in a fast-paced, pod-based Emergency Department. Enjoy a rewarding Massachusetts healthcare job in coastal Salem, with convenient access to the greater Boston area.

Emergency Department RN Job Details

• Location: Salem, Massachusetts
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130
• Specialty: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN)
• Healthcare Setting: 65-bed, pod-based Emergency Department with a separate pediatric pod and Acute Mental Health area
• Start Date: November 1, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks, ending January 30, 2027
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts
• Schedule: Days, evenings, and nights may rotate based on department needs; night assignments do not rotate
• Patient-to-Nurse Ratio: Approximately 1:4
• Average Emergency Department Volume: Approximately 230 visits per day
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic ASAP
• Floating: May be required to the 16-bed Emergency Department Observation area and Acute Mental Health area

Emergency Department Registered Nurse Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience
• Current Registered Nurse license eligible for practice in Massachusetts
• Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Strong patient assessment, prioritization, communication, and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work rotating shifts and float within designated emergency care areas
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certifications are strongly preferred

Emergency Department RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to emergency patients of all ages and acuity levels
• Perform focused and comprehensive patient assessments, prioritize care, and recognize changes in patient condition
• Start and manage IV therapy, perform phlebotomy, obtain EKGs, and complete point-of-care testing
• Monitor cardiac rhythms and promptly communicate clinically significant findings
• Assist with splinting, emergency interventions, patient education, and discharge preparation
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic ASAP
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support efficient patient flow and quality outcomes
• Provide care in the Emergency Department Observation and Acute Mental Health areas when assigned

Apply now for this Emergency Department Registered Nurse contract opportunity in Salem, Massachusetts, and join a dedicated emergency care team serving the North Shore community.

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.