Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) – Level I Trauma Contract in Charlottesville, Virginia

Travel Emergency Department RN job in Charlottesville, Virginia, caring for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients in a high-acuity Level I trauma setting. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while gaining experience with complex emergency conditions, including comprehensive stroke and STEMI/chest pain care. Join a collaborative emergency nursing team supporting adolescents, adults, pediatric, and geriatric patients in a fast-paced department.

Located in the scenic Blue Ridge region, Charlottesville offers a lively blend of historic charm, vibrant dining and arts, and easy access to beautiful outdoor recreation.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN)
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract
• Location: Charlottesville, Virginia 22908
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• End Date: January 25, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800-$1,890
• Nursing Schedule: 36 hours per week; 12-hour night shifts from 3:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
• Scheduling: Weekends required; scheduled days may vary based on staffing needs. Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed.
• Holiday Coverage: Two of the three winter holidays required
• Emergency Department Profile: Approximately 165 visits per day, 71 rooms, and typical patient ratios of 4-5 patients per nurse
• Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, pediatric, and geriatric patients

Travel Emergency Department RN Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license; a Virginia license pending may be accepted if obtained before the required pre-start deadline
• At least 2 years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience
• At least 1 year of experience in a Level I trauma facility or 2 years of experience in a Level II trauma facility
• Experience caring for pediatric patients, whether in a dedicated pediatric emergency setting or a mixed-population Emergency Department
• Experience with Epic electronic health record documentation
• Current ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications; TNCC may be pending at submission but must be completed before the start date
• Ability to provide required references and certification documentation
• Ability to float within the Registered Nurse scope of practice as needed
• BSN preferred
• Influenza vaccination required

Emergency Department RN Responsibilities

• Provide rapid assessment, triage, stabilization, treatment, and ongoing monitoring for patients presenting with urgent and emergent conditions
• Deliver safe, evidence-based emergency nursing care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Care for patients with Level I trauma, comprehensive stroke, and STEMI/chest pain presentations
• Recognize changes in patient condition and initiate timely interventions and escalation of care
• Administer medications and treatments, perform nursing procedures, and monitor patient responses
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in Epic
• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary partners, including respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, social services, and interpretation services
• Support efficient patient flow while maintaining compassionate, patient-centered care in a high-volume Emergency Department

Apply now for this Charlottesville, Virginia travel nursing opportunity and join a high-acuity Emergency Department team.

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.