ER RN
Syracuse, NY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,444/weekOverview
- Start Date11/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a fast-paced Emergency Department as a Registered Nurse (RN) on a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Syracuse, NY. This on-site New York travel nurse job is ideal for an experienced emergency room nurse who delivers compassionate, decisive care in a high-acuity environment. Syracuse offers a welcoming Central New York setting known for its vibrant arts and culture, historic neighborhoods, nearby lakes, and four-season outdoor recreation.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Specialty: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN)
- Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
- Location: Syracuse, New York
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,180–$2,290
- Start Date: November 8, 2026
- End Date: February 6, 2027
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
- Weekend Coverage: Possible, based on department rotation
- Call: Not required
- Documentation System: Epic
- Assignment Eligibility: Applicants must reside at least 75 miles from the assignment location
Emergency Department RN Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license valid for practice in New York
- At least 1 year of recent Emergency Department or emergency room nursing experience
- Emergency room nursing certification or demonstrated emergency nursing competency
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Current NIHSS certification
- Current CPI certification
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and prioritization skills in a high-acuity emergency care environment
- Ability to complete required health screening, background verification, and facility competency requirements
Emergency Room Nurse Responsibilities
- Assess, triage, and provide nursing care to patients presenting with a broad range of medical, surgical, and urgent conditions
- Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly
- Administer medications and treatments safely while following established emergency care protocols
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Support emergency procedures, stabilization efforts, and timely transitions of care
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic
- Provide clear patient and family education while delivering compassionate care during stressful situations
- Participate in department workflow, rotating weekend coverage, and quality and safety initiatives
Apply now for this Emergency Department Registered Nurse travel contract in Syracuse, New York, and join a dedicated healthcare team in Central New York.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Syracuse, NY
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Syracuse, NY here's what you should know:- Syracuse's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows can drop to 15-20°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Syracuse and can be found with relative ease.
- Syracuse is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited compared to larger cities.
- Syracuse has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to cold winters.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Syracuse offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college basketball and lacrosse games.
- Outdoor activities include visits to the zoo, exploring the Erie Canal Museum, and attending The Great New York State Fair.
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