Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma in Independence, MO

Job Title

Travel RN – Emergency Room (Night Shift)

Location

Independence, Missouri

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | Projected Start: September 28, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a high-volume Emergency Department with a 4:1 patient ratio (3 rooms and 1 hall bed during peak volume)
• Perform IV starts and phlebotomy as part of routine patient assessment and treatment
• Conduct cardiac monitoring and interpretation using unit equipment including cardiac monitors, EKGs, and Lifepak devices
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including team leads, advanced paramedics, emergency department technicians, and support staff
• Document patient care accurately using Meditech EMR
• Operate specialized equipment such as Belmont Rapid Infuser, IO Drills, and bedside ultrasound as needed

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, and CPI certifications
• Demonstrated adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong team collaboration skills

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous experience in a high-pressure emergency or acute care setting
• Background in emergency medicine as an RN, paramedic, or emergency technician prior to current role
• Outgoing, positive demeanor with the ability to perform effectively under pressure

Why Join Us

• Join a large, well-staffed Emergency Department with 40+ beds and 120+ staff members, offering a dynamic and supportive travel nursing experience
• Work alongside a diverse clinical team in a structured environment equipped with modern emergency care technology