Emergency Department RN
Augusta, GA
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,974/weekOverview
- Start Date06/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration14 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (ER) - Augusta, Georgia
Position Details
- Specialty: Registered Nurse (ER)
- Location: Augusta, Georgia
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
- Contract Length: 14 weeks
Patient Population
- Adolescents to Geriatrics
Unit & Work Environment
- General Emergency Department (Non-Trauma)
- Very large and busy with high acuity
- Stroke and STEMI Certified
- 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
- 59 Bed ER averaging 165-175 patients per day
- Unit Systems: Epic (required), Pyxis
- Scrub Color: Navy Blue
Schedule & Requirements
- Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
- Weekends: Every other weekend
- Floating: Rare, within facility/scope of practice as needed
- Holidays: Expected to work major holidays if they fall during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day)
- Compliance: Full compliance required to start on time; delays result in 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia
- Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) experience, including experience within the last year
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system
Additional Notes
- Number of Non-Billable Orientation (NBO) hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8 weeks)
- Clinical screening required to determine fit before final manager decision
- Locals accepted at same rate
- Candidate must review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start
This position is ideal for experienced ER Registered Nurses with prior travel contract experience seeking a challenging, high-acuity emergency department role in Augusta, Georgia.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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