Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Fairfield, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nurse / Travel RN in Fairfield, IA

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nurse in Fairfield, IA | BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC required | 13-week travel assignment starting March 16, 2026.

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,130–$2,250 per week (based on source data)

Are you a dedicated RN seeking an exciting travel nursing opportunity? Join a dynamic healthcare team in Fairfield, Iowa, and deliver high-quality emergency and med/surg care while enjoying southeast Iowa's welcoming community, parks, and arts scene. This Emergency Nursing job is ideal for travel nurses and ER RNs looking for meaningful clinical experience in a supportive setting.

• Location: Fairfield, IA 52556 (Fairfield, Southeast Iowa)
• Position: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nurse / Travel RN
• Assignment Type: Travel assignment (Travel Nurse)
• Start Date: March 16, 2026
• End Date: June 15, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks (13-week travel contract)
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
• Shifts: Monday & Tuesday 6p–6a (ER), plus one 12-hour night shift on Med/Surg weekly
• Shift Type: 12-hour nights

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing;
  Registered Nurse (RN)
• Current Iowa RN license (compact license accepted if valid for Iowa)
• Valid certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS, PALS, TNCC
• At least 1 year of nursing experience preferred (ER, emergency nursing, or med/surg experience preferred)
• Ability to provide proof of immunizations and health requirements (MMR, Varicella, Polio, Hepatitis B, TDaP, Flu, TB screening, physical, drug screen, respiratory fit test)
• Background checks and employment references required
• Iowa Mandatory Reporter Certificates (Child Abuse & Dependent Adult Abuse) or willingness to complete prior to start

• Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care: triage, assessment, intervention, and reassessment using the nursing process
• Deliver high-quality patient care in the Emergency Room (ER) and Med/Surg units as a Travel RN
• Manage acute and critical patient conditions, including trauma stabilization and urgent interventions
• Administer medications, wound care, IV therapy, and other delegated procedures per facility policy
• Document patient care accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (physicians, techs, respiratory, case management) to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Support and guide ancillary personnel and new staff during shifts
• Maintain professional nursing standards, safety protocols, and infection control practices

Why Fairfield, IA:
Experience a community with friendly residents, unique shops, scenic trails, and a vibrant arts scene. This travel nurse assignment offers a chance to grow your emergency nursing skills while enjoying life in southeast Iowa.

Ready to advance your career as a Travel RN or ER Registered Nurse? Apply now to join our healthcare team and take this rewarding Emergency Nursing job in Fairfield, Iowa. Apply today and submit your resume, licensure, and certifications for immediate consideration.

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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 Job . 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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