RN Emergency Room | Clinton, IA | 21-Day Contract | Onsite | Night Shift
Join the Emergency Department at a healthcare facility in Clinton, IA. This short-term 21-day contract position offers the opportunity to provide critical emergency care in a fast-paced clinical environment. Work night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) as part of a dedicated emergency nursing team.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Title: RN Emergency Room
Type: Contract
Duration: 21 days (May 18, 2026 – June 8, 2026)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM CST
Work Type: Onsite
Reporting Location: Clinton, IA (1410 N. Fourth St.)
Department: Emergency Department
COMPENSATION:
Pay Rate: $59.62/hour
SHIFT DETAILS:
Primary Shift: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM, Monday–Friday
Night shift (3 days per week / 12 hours per shift)
Consistent schedule within contracted period
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
PATIENT CARE & ASSESSMENT:
Implement and monitor individualized patient care plans
Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate
Assess patient needs and provide comprehensive emergency nursing care
Respond to acute and emergent patient situations
Provide compassionate care to patients and families in crisis
CARE COORDINATION:
Serve as primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care
Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals
Ensure seamless communication between all care team members
Facilitate interdisciplinary approaches to emergency patient management
CLINICAL EXECUTION:
Note and carry out physician and nursing orders
Administer medications and treatments as ordered
Perform emergency procedures and interventions
Monitor vital signs and patient response to treatments
Document accurate and timely patient information in medical records
DISCHARGE PLANNING:
Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs
Communicate with members of the healthcare team regarding discharge requirements
Provide discharge education and instructions to patients and families
Ensure appropriate follow-up care arrangements
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 2 years of Emergency Room nursing experience required
Current RN license in Iowa
Contract/traveler nursing experience preferred
CERTIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS:
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
Current BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association preferred)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification preferred
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification preferred
TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) preferred
SKILLS:
Expertise in emergency nursing care
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-stress environment
Strong patient advocacy and compassion
Proficiency with EHR and nursing documentation systems
Time management and organizational skills
Collaborative team approach to care delivery
Ability to manage multiple patients and priorities simultaneously
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Experienced Emergency Room RN seeking short-term contract placement
Comfortable with night shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) schedule
Strong clinical skills and ability to work independently
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Compassionate approach to emergency patient care
Detail-oriented and safety-conscious
Flexible and adaptable to clinical demands
Capable of handling high-acuity patient populations
LOCATION:
Clinton, IA 52732
Onsite at healthcare facility (1410 N. Fourth St.)
WORK SCHEDULE:
36 hours per week
Monday–Friday, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM CST
Night shift only (3 days per week, 12-hour shifts)
Consistent, predictable schedule
CONTRACT DETAILS:
Start Date: May 18, 2026
End Date: June 8, 2026
Duration: 21 days
Positions Available: 1
IDEAL FOR:
Contract/traveler Emergency Room RNs
Nurses seeking short-term placement opportunities
Healthcare professionals with night shift availability
Experienced ER nurses looking for flexible work arrangements