Travel Registered Nurse ER Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare in Tehachapi, California is seeking a Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in the ER with a start date of 11/09/2026. The contract runs for 13 weeks and offers 36 hours of work per week, with 12-hour evening shifts in an acute care/ER setting.

The RN will deliver coordinated nursing care, assess and document patient status, supervise staff, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced hospital

Qualifications

• Active RN license in California or eligibility to practice in California.
• Experience in ER/acute care settings.
• Ability to work evenings on 12-hour shifts.
• Willingness to commit to a 13-week travel assignment.
• Strong critical thinking and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver coordinated nursing care per standards and nursing process.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care with the health team.
• Supervise and direct activities of nursing staff.
• Coordinate care with other disciplines using clinical judgment.
• Document interventions and patient responses.
• Respond to emergencies and advocate for patient safety.

Skills

ER/acute care experience

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse – ER for a travel assignment in Tehachapi, California. Start date: 11/09/2026. Contract duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay range: $618-$645 per week. Guaranteed hours: none. Shift: evenings, 12-hour shifts (3x12), totaling 36 hours per week. Setting: acute care/ER environment within a hospital-type inpatient care setting.

Key Highlights

• 13-week travel assignment with 36 hours per week
• Evening shift schedule (12-hour shifts)
• Competitive weekly pay between $618 and $645
• Located in Tehachapi, California
• Independent nursing duties within an ER/acute care team
• Assignment includes nursing leadership tasks and inter-disciplinary coordination

Responsibilities

• Deliver coordinated nursing care for a patient or assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Supervise and direct activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff
• Coordinate care with other disciplines while applying critical thinking, professional judgment, and independent discretion
• Document interventions and patient responses accurately and timely
• Respond to emergencies, prioritize patient needs, and advocate for patient safety and quality care

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license in California or eligibility to practice in California
• Ability to work in an ER/acute care environment
• Availability for evenings and 12-hour shift blocks
• Willingness to participate in a 13-week travel assignment
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated reliability in fast-paced, high-acuity settings

Benefits and Support

• Assignment-specific support and coordination throughout the shift
• Dedicated recruiter and travel support during the assignment
• Access to resources to assist with credentialing and onboarding related to the assignment

Pay Disclaimer Rule

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.

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