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Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (ER) | Travel assignment in Potsdam, NY
Emergency Department RN for a combined adult/pediatric unit at a Level III Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center. Start date: May 4, 2026. Duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: $2,772–$2,977 per week. Shift: Nights, 4x12-hour schedule. This travel opportunity requires ED competency in a high-acuity setting, with 1:5 patient ratios and 24-hour orientation. COVID-19 vaccination is not required.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,772–$2,977 per week
- Shift: Nights; 4x12-hour shifts
- Start date: May 4, 2026
- Unit setting: Combined adult/pediatric ED in a Level III Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Float requirement: Yes; candidate must float within the ED as needed
- Locational note: Candidates outside 75 miles of the facility are eligible to apply; locals within 75 miles are not accepted
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, patient-centered care for adult and pediatric ED patients, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Conduct rapid assessments, triage, monitoring, and ongoing observation; initiate treatment plans in collaboration with the ED team
- Manage trauma and neurological emergencies, including neuro-trauma, strokes, and spinal injuries; perform airway and respiratory management as needed
- Administer medications, IV therapy, vasopressors, blood products, and procedural sedation; establish and maintain IV access and central venous access as required
- Perform procedures such as IV starts, central-line care, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing; support rapid sequence intubation and airway management when indicated
- Document care accurately in EPIC, coordinate with respiratory, radiology, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and other multidisciplinary staff; communicate using SBAR protocols
Requirements
- NY nursing license in hand and active to submit
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC (required)
- Experience: Minimum 2 years ED experience; trauma center experience preferred
- Education: Nursing degree from an accredited program (noted requirements based on input)
- Eligibility to work in a high-acuity ED environment; ability to float within the ED as needed
- COVID-19 vaccine: Not required
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated travel support and recruiter assistance
- Access to on-site orientation and unit support
- Flexible scheduling with night shifts available
- 24/7 access to staffing support during assignment
- Comprehensive credentialing coordination
- Coverage for hospital-based supplies and unit resources (EPIC, Pyxis, SBAR processes)
- Connected to a national network of travel assignments for ongoing opportunities
- Extension opportunities may be discussed during assignment
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Interested in other travel roles or additional ED openings? You can explore more opportunities with Healthforce Healthcare by visiting https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.
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Salary : $2,772 - $2,977