Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

HealthSmart Pro, Inc; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Ongoing career development resources

Wellness-focused perks

Job summary

HealthSmart Pro, Inc. is seeking an experienced Travel Registered Nurse for the Emergency Room in Clarksville, TN. You will provide high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced setting, working with the ED team to ensure patient safety and throughput.

The role requires travel nursing experience, Tennessee or Multistate RN licensure, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS/NIH certifications. Shift flexibility includes weekends and holidays with 12-hour evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years ER RN experience.
• Travel nursing experience required.
• Must be available to work 2 of 3 holidays (ED; 12-hour Evenings, 3p–3a).
• TN or Multistate RN license on file at submission.
• Cerner experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients promptly and accurately, prioritizing care based on acuity and presenting symptoms.
• Provide direct emergency nursing care in alignment with established protocols and evidence-based standards.
• Administer medications and treatments safely, monitoring patient response and documenting care.
• Coordinate with physicians, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to support efficient patient flow.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation in the electronic health record and ensure timely charting.
• Perform and monitor vital signs, cardiac/respiratory status, and other key clinical indicators.
• Support ED readiness by preparing rooms/equipment and assisting with procedures as needed.
• Manage patient care with appropriate infection prevention practices and standard safety measures.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families, providing education and reassurance during stressful moments.
• Maintain required certifications and demonstrate competence in emergency response tasks.

Skills

Emergency Room

Travel Nursing

Education

TN or Multistate RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NIH certification

Job description

Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

About the Role

HealthSmart Pro, Inc is seeking an enthusiastic Travel Registered Nurse for the Emergency Room unit in Clarksville, TN. You will support timely, high-quality emergency care by partnering with the ED team to deliver safe, compassionate nursing to patients across a fast-paced environment.

Success in this role means providing excellent bedside care, maintaining strong clinical judgment under pressure, and staying flexible with shift scheduling to meet unit staffing needs—including weekends and holidays.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assess patients promptly and accurately, prioritizing care based on acuity and presenting symptoms.
• Provide direct emergency nursing care in alignment with established protocols and evidence-based standards.
• Administer medications and treatments safely, monitoring patient response and documenting care thoroughly.
• Coordinate with physicians, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to support efficient patient flow.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation in the electronic health record and ensure timely charting.
• Perform and monitor vital signs, cardiac/respiratory status, and other key clinical indicators.
• Support ED readiness by preparing rooms/equipment and assisting with procedures as needed.
• Manage patient care with appropriate infection prevention practices and standard safety measures.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families, providing education and reassurance during stressful moments.
• Maintain required certifications and demonstrate competence in emergency response tasks.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of Registered Nurse experience in an Emergency Room setting.
• Prior travel experience is required.
• Must be flexible to meet the scheduling needs of the unit; no block schedule is offered.
• Must be available to work 2 of 3 holidays (ED; 12-hour Evenings, 3p–3a).
• Orientation dates: 11/9, 11/16, 11/30 only (no orientation the week of 11/23).
• No time off approved from 9/19–10/17 due to Epic Go Live.
• Cerner experience strongly preferred.
• Licensure: Must have TN or Multistate RN license on file at time of submission.
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIH.
• Dress code: Navy scrubs.
• Availability: Weekends and holidays required.
• Age range: All with general population.
• Strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills; ability to remain calm and focused in urgent situations.
• Competitive weekly compensation: $2,052 – $2,232 / week.
• Health insurance options.
• Ongoing support and career development resources to help you succeed in travel assignments.
• Wellness-focused perks and resources (commonly offered through US-based staffing programs).