Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Albany, GA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,203/weekOverview
- Start Date06/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration17 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Emergency Department Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse – Emergency Center
Location: Albany, Georgia
Contract Length: 17 weeks
Shift: Evenings
Hours: 12-hour shifts, approximately 36 hours per week
Job Overview
Seeking experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurses with larger hospital experience for a 17-week contract. The role involves working in a high-volume emergency center with approximately 180-200 patient visits per day.
Required Certifications
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) or ASLS (Advanced Stroke Life Support)
- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – mandatory
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of Emergency Room nursing experience
- At least 1 prior travel nursing assignment completed
- Must have experience with Meditech EMR (version 6.15)
Work Environment & Patient Population
- Patient acuity ranges from pediatrics to geriatrics
- Trauma cases are managed, with some neuro trauma and orthopedic cases retained; no burn cases
- The facility is a designated CVA (stroke) center
- Behavioral health area with a 6-bed behavioral lockdown staffed by psychiatric personnel
- Nurse-to-patient ratio approximately 1:4
- Nurses perform their own lab draws and start IVs
- Respiratory therapists available 24/7 in the ER for ventilated patients
- Pharmacy services available 11 hours daily in department and 24/7 on campus
Staffing & Support
- Charge nurse present
- Nurse aides/paramedics available (5-6 per shift)
- Security and patient sitters available for safety
- Central monitoring techs for telemetry/monitoring
- Multiple physician and advanced practice provider shifts covering 24/7
Orientation & Scheduling
- Floor-specific orientation: 2 shifts
- Weekend requirement: every other weekend
- Holiday requirement: every other holiday
- Auto lunch deductions on evening shifts (1pm–1am)
- Scrub color: Caribbean Blue only
Additional Notes
- Driver’s license address must be included in submission for consideration
- Callout process and completion of orientation requirements (ORT) during week one are emphasized
- Ventilated patients are held in the ER until admission
This position is ideal for an experienced ER nurse comfortable with a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and who meets the certification and travel experience requirements.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Albany, GA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Albany, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Albany, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Albany experiences hot and humid summers with average highs of around 92°F and mild winters with average lows of about 40°F.
- It is important to be prepared for the heat and humidity in the summer and occasional cold snaps in the winter.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Albany, GA.
- They can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.
- Albany is more car-friendly, and having a vehicle is often necessary for getting around.
- Public transportation options are limited, so it's important to have access to a car for daily activities.
- Albany, GA has a diverse population with a mix of ages.
- Common health issues in the area include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Albany offers a variety of restaurants serving Southern cuisine, along with opportunities to explore art and music in the local community.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing in the area's natural surroundings.
Browse similar jobs
Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
- Augusta, GA
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
- 4x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
- Albany, GA
- Host Healthcare
- 4x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
- Warner Robins, GA
- AMN Healthcare Nursing
- 4x12 hrs, Days