Connected Health Care
Connected Health Care is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Fairfield, Illinois.Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (Night Shift)
Location: Fairfield, IL
Schedule: Full-time, 3x12s (36 hours/week)
Contract: 13-week contract with potential for permanent hire
Setting: Critical Access Hospital
Compensation: $65/hr
Connected Health Care is partnering with a leading Critical Access facility in Fairfield, IL to hire an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse . If you are a compassionate ED nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, rural community hospital setting—and you’re looking for stability, teamwork, and growth—this role is for you.
Position OverviewAs an Emergency Department RN, you will deliver high-quality patient care in a community-focused hospital environment. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for patients experiencing urgent and emergent health needs.
ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive nursing care to Emergency Department patients
Triage and respond quickly to patient conditions and emergencies
Administer medications, IV therapy, and perform necessary procedures
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary staff
Educate patients and families on treatment plans and care instructions
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
Uphold facility and healthcare safety standards and policies
Required: Active RN license (IL or compact)
Experience: Minimum 1 year of Emergency Room experience preferred; critical access experience a plus
Certifications Required:
BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred
TNCC preferred
Strong critical thinking and triage skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced rural hospital setting
Why Join This Facility?Competitive pay — $65/hr
Stable full-time night shift schedule
Opportunity to convert to permanent employment after contract
Supportive, tight-knit community hospital team
Ability to make meaningful impact in a rural healthcare setting
Fairfield, IL is a friendly Midwest town offering both tranquility and adventure. Enjoy small-town living paired with outdoor recreation and family-friendly community events.
Highlights:
Affordable cost of living & welcoming community
Outdoor activities: lakes, nature trails, boating, fishing & camping
Local festivals, museums, and historic charm
Short drive to Evansville, IN & Mount Vernon, IL
Great place for relaxed living with access to nature and local culture
If you're a dedicated Emergency Department RN ready to make a difference in a rural hospital setting, we want to connect with you.
Send your resume to Connected Health Care to apply.
Connected Healthcare Job ID #162171. 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: Real Job - Travel Emergency Room RN
About Connected Health CareConnected Health Care is a nationally recognized healthcare recruiting and staffing agency specializing in travel nursing, travel allied health, interim leadership, per-diem staffing, and permanent placement. Our team of professional account managers, recruits, and credentialists are focused on providing you with the most fulfilling career path that aligns with your personal goals, whether you are traveling with us for a season or looking for a permanent place to call home.
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