GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Syracuse, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Syracuse, New York
Join a fast-paced Emergency Department as a Registered Nurse (RN) on a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Syracuse, NY. This on-site New York travel nurse job is ideal for an experienced emergency room nurse who delivers compassionate, decisive care in a high-acuity environment. Syracuse offers a welcoming Central New York setting known for its vibrant arts and culture, historic neighborhoods, nearby lakes, and four-season outdoor recreation.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Specialty: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN)
- Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
- Location: Syracuse, New York
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,180–$2,290
- Start Date: November 8, 2026
- End Date: February 6, 2027
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
- Weekend Coverage: Possible, based on department rotation
- Call: Not required
- Documentation System: Epic
- Assignment Eligibility: Applicants must reside at least 75 miles from the assignment location
Emergency Department RN Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license valid for practice in New York
- At least 1 year of recent Emergency Department or emergency room nursing experience
- Emergency room nursing certification or demonstrated emergency nursing competency
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Current NIHSS certification
- Current CPI certification
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and prioritization skills in a high-acuity emergency care environment
- Ability to complete required health screening, background verification, and facility competency requirements
Emergency Room Nurse Responsibilities
- Assess, triage, and provide nursing care to patients presenting with a broad range of medical, surgical, and urgent conditions
- Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly
- Administer medications and treatments safely while following established emergency care protocols
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Support emergency procedures, stabilization efforts, and timely transitions of care
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic
- Provide clear patient and family education while delivering compassionate care during stressful situations
- Participate in department workflow, rotating weekend coverage, and quality and safety initiatives
Apply now for this Emergency Department Registered Nurse travel contract in Syracuse, New York, and join a dedicated healthcare team in Central New York.
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.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #529357. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ER
About GHR Healthcare
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professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
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