Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN) – 13-Week Contract in Richmond, Virginia

Experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse sought for a 13-week contract nursing job in Richmond, Virginia, providing fast-paced, compassionate care to patients of all ages. This opportunity is ideal for an ED nurse or emergency room nurse confident in triage, prioritization, stabilization, emergency interventions, and patient-centered care. Richmond offers a welcoming blend of historic neighborhoods, vibrant dining and arts scenes, and outdoor recreation along the James River.

Emergency Department Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910-$2,010
• Location: Richmond, Virginia
• Healthcare Setting: On-site community Emergency Department
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour night shifts
• Shift Hours: 7:30 p.m.-8:00 a.m.
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend and Holiday Schedule: Every other weekend and major holidays required
• Department: 30-bed Emergency Department with a 14-bed fast-track area and additional hallway beds as needed
• Patient Population: Patients of all ages and medical complaints in a community ED; no trauma designation
• Typical Staffing Support: Respiratory therapy, patient care technicians, phlebotomy, ED technicians, unit secretary, triage nurses, 24/7 charge nurse, and on-site physician coverage with advanced practice support

Emergency Department RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia or a compact-eligible state
• At least 1 year of Emergency Department nursing experience required
• Recent experience with conscious sedation required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• CPI or equivalent de-escalation training required
• Copy of nursing diploma required
• Electronic health record experience, preferably EPIC
• Ability to complete and pass an EKG examination during orientation
• Emergency nursing experience with patients ranging from neonates and infants to adults and older adults
• Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and decisive in a high-intensity emergency care environment

Emergency Nursing Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments, triage patients, identify priorities, and develop individualized plans of care.
• Provide evidence-based emergency nursing care for medical conditions, injuries, behavioral health concerns, pediatric needs, gerontologic care, and life-threatening emergencies.
• Administer medications and treatments safely in accordance with applicable nursing standards, policies, and scope of practice.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and respond rapidly with stabilization, resuscitation, crisis intervention, and escalation of care when indicated.
• Monitor patient responses to interventions, evaluate outcomes, and revise the plan of care as needed.
• Use emergency equipment and technologies, including infusion pumps, ventilators, automated CPR devices, airway visualization equipment, ultrasound, EKG machines, and bladder scanners.
• Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, respiratory therapy, EMS, pharmacies, transfer centers, social services, law enforcement, and other support agencies as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families, provide emotional support, and promote clear communication throughout the emergency care experience.
• Maintain accurate documentation, protect patient privacy, follow infection-control practices, and promote a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support quality improvement, patient safety, and efficient Emergency Department operations.

Apply now to join this Richmond, Virginia Emergency Department nursing team and make a meaningful impact during critical moments.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.