Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Walnut Creek, CA
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Evenings, Nights, Rotating

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Room (ER)

Location: Walnut Creek, California (John Muir Medical Center – Walnut Creek)
Client: John Muir Health
Unit: Emergency Department (Level II Trauma Center)
Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks (Potential for extension)
Schedule: 36 hours/week | 12-hour rotating shifts (Evening/Night)
Shift Times: Rotating (1 PM–1 AM, 3 PM–3 AM, 5 PM–5 AM, 7 PM–7 AM)
Employment Type: Travel Contract
 

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) to join a high-acuity, fast-paced Level II Trauma Center. This role requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and the ability to manage a high patient volume while delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

The ER RN will provide comprehensive emergency nursing care, including triage, critical interventions, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Emergency Clinical Care

• Perform rapid triage and prioritize care for high-volume emergency patients (190–200 daily census)
• Deliver critical care for a wide range of conditions including trauma, stroke, STEMI, and acute medical emergencies
• Initiate IV access, administer medications, and perform emergency interventions
• Assist with stabilization and management of critically ill patients

Patient Monitoring & Documentation

• Continuously assess, monitor, and document patient conditions using Epic EMR
• Evaluate response to treatment and adjust care plans accordingly

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary teams
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, ensuring a high level of service and satisfaction

Operational Excellence

• Maintain efficiency in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives
• Support teamwork and a collaborative unit culture

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of recent Emergency Room experience
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced ER settings
• Epic EMR experience (must be clearly listed in work history)

Licensure & Certifications

• Active California RN License
• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• PALS (AHA) or ENPC
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Preferred Qualifications

• CEN (Certified Emergency Nurse)
• TNCC certification
• 3–5 years of ER experience
• Trauma and pediatric experience

Unit & Facility Highlights

• Level II Trauma Center with 44 ED beds
• High-acuity environment with rapid patient turnover
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4
• Strong interdisciplinary support including ER techs, respiratory therapy, and ancillary staff
• Advanced equipment and 24/7 support services

Additional Requirements

• Must be flexible to work all assigned rotating shifts
• Every other weekend required
• 1 major holiday required
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code standards

Ideal Candidate

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced ER environment
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Team-oriented with a commitment to nursing excellence