Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Torrance, CA
GQR Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,400/weekOverview
- Start Date10/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration8 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,050/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,350/week
Description
Emergency Room RN – Days
Location: Torrance, California
Start Date: October 8, 2026
Contract Length: 8 weeks
Hours: 36 hours/week
Shift: Days
On-Call: None
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Room RN for an 8-week travel assignment in Torrance, CA. This opportunity is ideal for an RN with recent experience in a Level I Trauma Center who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency department serving a diverse patient population.
Responsibilities
- Perform rapid triage, patient assessments, and stabilization
- Develop and initiate treatment plans
- Administer medications and treatments
- Provide cardiac monitoring and assist with emergency procedures
- Care for patients with a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries
- Assist with resuscitation and life-saving interventions
- Care for patients experiencing:
- Minor to major/complex trauma
- Respiratory emergencies, including patients requiring intubation
- Cardiac complaints
- Complex infections
- Psychiatric emergencies
Requirements
- Active California RN License
- Minimum 1 year of recent ER nursing experience
- Recent experience in a Level I Trauma Center in a metropolitan setting preferred
- Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- NIHSS
- MAB or CPI
- LA City Fire & Life Safety Card required
- Must complete required county employee health clearance prior to the start of the assignment
- Travel experience preferred, but not required
- Local travelers accepted
Cerner experience preferred
Additional Details
- Patient ratios are within California state guidelines
- No on-call requirements
- RTO is subject to approval by the scheduling Nurse Manager and is not guaranteed
- Scrubs: Any color; navy blue or black preferred
- PPE provided
- Parking available on site
- EMR: Cerner
- Pay cycle: Sunday–Saturday
Credentialing Timeline
Please note: County credentialing can take approximately 1 month. All credentialing documents must be completed at least 2 weeks prior to the start date.
Candidate feedback may take 3–5 business days after submission.
Compensation
Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,400/week
- Taxable: $1,050/week
- Housing/Per Diem: $1,350/week
- 36 hours/week
Weekly compensation is an estimated package and may vary based on applicable taxes, stipends, and assignment eligibility.
Employer
GQR Healthcare
3 nurses recommend working with GQR Healthcare
Pros
Responsive, friendly, follows up often. Staying true to contract
Cons
None with gqr, my issues have been with the hospital scheduling
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GQR’s Healthcare team specializes in connecting experts within the industry to highly skilled healthcare professionals across the US market.
In the competitive healthcare market, we recognize that the industry’s common goals of improved quality of care and patient outcomes are wholly reliant upon the professionals directly supporting these initiatives. Leveraging our extensive candidate network, we deliver continuity of care for the communities our partners serve to ensure the patient experience is of the highest quality.
Through deep market specialization and a unique approach to talent acquisition, GQR Healthcare provides an unparalleled and personalized experience across all medical specialties in nursing and within diverse healthcare platforms across the industry.
About Torrance, CA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Torrance, CA here's what you should know:- Torrance's cost of living is higher than the national average, mainly due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 77-83°F, and winter lows are around 45-50°F.
- Short-term rentals are available in Torrance, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.
- Torrance is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses and a nearby light rail system connecting to Los Angeles.
- Torrance is a diverse city with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range is fairly distributed, with a significant population of older adults.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses in the area.
- Torrance offers a variety of dining options ranging from international cuisine to local eateries.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing and various outdoor activities in the nearby parks and beaches.
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