Travel Registered Nurse ER Job

Healthforce; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 92,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36-hour orientation

Interdisciplinary team support

Travel assignment support

Job summary

Healthforce is seeking a Registered Nurse for a 13-week ER travel assignment in Lubbock, TX starting 11/08/2026. Work 3x12-hour day shifts (07:00–19:00) in a fast-paced hospital ED, with orientation and interdisciplinary support.

Requirements include an active TX RN license (compact preferred), ACLS/BLS/NIHSS/PALS/TNCC certifications, and 2+ years of ER/charge experience. Epic skills are required. Travel assignment with 36 hours orientation and dedicated travel team support.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state (TX)
• Compact license must be in hand at submission
• Minimum 2 years ER/charge experience
• Epic charting proficiency
• Residence within 50 miles of assignment preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, high-quality nursing care in a busy ER including initial assessment and triage
• Administer medications, IV therapies, ventilator support; respond to emergencies per orders
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and disposition
• Monitor patient status and document care plans, status, and discharge instructions in Epic
• Manage care for stroke, STEMI, chest pain, trauma and other critical conditions with ACLS/PALS guidance
• Maintain patient safety, infection control, and isolation precautions; participate in rounds and handoffs

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

PALS

TNCC

Tools

Epic

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER) in Lubbock, Texas. This travel, temporary assignment starts 11/08/2026 for 13 weeks in a hospital setting. Weekly pay ranges from $2,030 to $2,126 per week, with a 3x12-hour day shift (07:00‑19:00). The role focuses on acute ER care, fast-paced patient management, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,030–$2,126 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour days (07:00‑19:00)
• Start date: 11/08/2026
• Setting: Emergency Department in a hospital
• Orientation: 36 hours provided
• Travel assignment: yes

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, high-quality nursing care in a busy ER, including initial assessment, triage, monitoring, and prioritization of patient needs
• Administer medications, IV therapies, ventilator support as needed, and respond to acute emergencies per physician orders
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (respiratory, radiology, pharmacy, social services, transportation, unit secretary) to coordinate patient care and disposition
• Monitor and document patient status using the Epic charting system; ensure accuracy of documentation, care plans, and discharge instructions
• Manage care for patients with stroke, STEMI, chest pain, trauma, shortness of breath, and other critical conditions; implement ACLS- or PALS-guided interventions as appropriate
• Maintain patient safety, infection control, and isolation precautions; participate in rounding and handoffs to ensure continuity of care

Requirements

• Licensure: Active RN license in the state; compact license must be in hand at submission
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of ER/charge experience; community hospital or Level II trauma center experience preferred
• Charting: Proficiency with Epic electronic medical record system
• Geography: Residence within 50 miles of the assignment preferred
• References: Two references required, covering at least 1 year within the last 3 years
• Scheduling: Must commit to working 3 of 5 holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, NYE, NYD)
• Submittal: RTO requests must be submitted up‑front during submittal

Benefits and Support

• Orientation provided prior to start (36 hours)
• Interdisciplinary support including Respiratory, Interpretation, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, Transportation, and Unit Secretary
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment from the travel team

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.