Travel Registered Nurse ER Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department travel assignment in Herrin, Illinois. Start date: 06/01/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,780 to $1,912. Shift: Nights. Setting: hospital-based ED. This opening requires an active Illinois RN license and current practice credentials for a travel assignment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,780–$1,912 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights
- Location: Herrin, IL
- Travel assignment in an acute care ED setting
- No guaranteed hours specified for this assignment

Responsibilities
- Assess patients to determine mental, physical, and spiritual needs; triage and monitor changes in condition.
- Establish a compassionate environment and provide education and counseling to patients and families.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individual care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Document accurately and timely in the patient’s medical record; communicate changes to the team.
- Provide input to policies and procedures to support patient safety and quality of care.
- May supervise licensed practical nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel as appropriate.
- Advocate for patients and coordinate with other health professionals; participate in continuous quality improvement.
- Float to other units within your competency when required, with appropriate orientation and support.

Requirements
- License: Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Certifications: CPR/BLS; ACLS (within 6 months of hire); ACLS and PALS (within 6 months of hire); TNCC (within 1 year of hire or residency graduation); ECRN (within 24 months of hire); NRP (within 6 months of hire)
- Education: Nursing degree at least an Associate, Diploma, Bachelor’s, or Master’s in Nursing
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of ED (Emergency Department) experience
- Ability to work in a fast-paced ED environment and adapt to unit-specific patient care needs

Benefits and Support
- Travel assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Ongoing recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Scheduling and clinical mentorship as applicable to travel roles
- Access to assignment resources and related support services

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PAY DISCLAIMER
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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.