Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,991 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Pikeville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/15/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Pikeville, Kentucky

Advance your nursing career as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) with a travel nursing assignment in Pikeville, Kentucky (zip code 41501). This ER nursing job offers the chance to provide critical care to patients of all ages in a dynamic emergency room setting. Pikeville, located in the scenic Appalachian region, is ideal for healthcare professionals seeking Kentucky nursing jobs with both professional growth and a vibrant local culture.

Key Job Details – ER RN Travel Assignment

• Location: Pikeville, Kentucky (41501) – Kentucky healthcare jobs
• Facility Setting: Emergency Room (ER)
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing – Travel RN jobs
• Start Date: December 15, 2025
• End Date: March 14, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (12-hour night shifts)
• Hours per Week: 48 hours (4x12 hour shifts)
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 per week
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1650 - $1770

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Kentucky RN jobs
• Associate’s degree in nursing required; Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent emergency room nursing experience (5 years preferred)
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Certifications: CPR, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, EKG, TNCC, PALS

ER RN Responsibilities

• Assess and re-assess patients of all ages, utilizing the nursing process for emergent and non-emergent care
• Deliver airway management, pain management, cardiac and invasive monitoring, and specialized IV drips/titration
• Assist with emergency procedures: temporary pacemakers, cardioversion, defibrillation, chest tubes, fracture care, and wound repair
• Operate specialized equipment for emergency patient care
• Respond to Code Blue situations and troubleshoot equipment and care processes
• Administer IV therapy, infusion therapy, and medications
• Interpret and analyze ECG strips
• Educate patients and families regarding discharge and follow-up care
• Document patient histories, conditions, treatments, and responses accurately
• Supervise and mentor healthcare staff, including orienting new employees
• Participate in performance improvement activities and maintain ongoing professional development
• Comply with infection control, safety, and personnel guidelines

Apply now to join our healthcare team in Pikeville, Kentucky, and take the next step in your ER nursing career!

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.

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #432207. 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

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