Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,185 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department Med Surg for a travel nursing job in La Plata, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 26 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nursing Job in La Plata, Maryland

Advance your nursing career as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) with a travel contract in La Plata, Maryland (zip code 20646). Join a leading healthcare team in a high-volume Emergency Department (ED) at a respected community hospital. This Maryland nursing job offers the chance to provide critical care to a diverse patient population, from infants to geriatrics, in a supportive and dynamic environment. Experience professional growth and enjoy the welcoming community and scenic amenities of Southern Maryland.

ER RN Job Details

Location : La Plata, MD 20646 (Southern Maryland)

Healthcare Setting : Emergency Department (ED), Community Hospital

Contract Length : 13-week travel nursing contract

Start Date : January 26, 2026

Shift : Night shifts, 3x12-hour (19 : 00 - 07 : 30)

Hours per Week : 36

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1870 - $2000

Patient Ratio : 1 : 4

Average Daily Census : 130 patients

Number of Beds : 47

Weekend / Holiday Coverage : Every other weekend and holidays as scheduled

Floating : Required within ER specialty

ER Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of recent Emergency Room RN experience (2 years preferred for travel nurse roles)

Active Maryland or Compact Registered Nurse license

Required Certifications : BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, CPI (AHA only for BLS / ACLS / PALS)

Experience with Epic charting system preferred

Community hospital nursing experience required

Ability to float within hospital as needed

Must provide 2 professional references (1 supervisor / manager and 1 charge RN)

Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)

Local candidates must reside at least 50 miles from facility

ER RN Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, compassionate emergency nursing care to patients of all ages

Perform triage, assessment, and emergency interventions for trauma, cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and behavioral health emergencies

Administer emergency medications and manage acute situations (STEMI, stroke, seizures, drug overdose)

Utilize specialized equipment : ultrasound, Hoyer lift, Comfort Glide, transvenous pacemaker, pacer interrogator

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, social services)

Maintain accurate documentation using Epic EHR (preferred)

Float to other ER units within specialty as needed

Participate in ongoing nursing education and compliance modules

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career with this rewarding Emergency Room Registered Nurse job in La Plata, Maryland!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #439517. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : ER

About GHR Healthcare - PH Division

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare

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uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive

compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely

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advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and

consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to

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