GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Lawrence, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/25/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) – 13-Week Contract in Lawrence, Kansas
Join our healthcare team as an experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Lawrence, Kansas. Provide compassionate, evidence-based emergency care in a fast-paced emergency department while enjoying a vibrant college-town community, local arts and culture, and outdoor recreation along the Kansas River.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Specialty: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN)
- Location: Lawrence, Kansas
- Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020–$2,130
- Start Date: October 25, 2026
- Contract Length: 13 weeks, ending January 24, 2027
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, approximately 36 hours per week
- Weekend and Holiday Coverage: As needed
- Floating: As needed, though infrequent
- On-Call: Not expected
- Healthcare Setting: On-site emergency department
Emergency Room Nurse Requirements
- At least 2 years of recent Emergency Room or Emergency Department nursing experience
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kansas or a valid compact-state license
- Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC certifications
- Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and provide weekend or holiday coverage as needed
- Strong emergency assessment, patient prioritization, communication, and critical-thinking skills
Emergency Department RN Responsibilities
- Assess, triage, and deliver skilled nursing care to patients with urgent and emergent medical or traumatic conditions
- Recognize changes in patient status and promptly initiate appropriate emergency nursing interventions
- Administer medications and treatments safely while monitoring patient responses
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Assist with emergency procedures, patient stabilization, and preparation for admission, transfer, or discharge
- Provide clear patient and family education regarding treatment plans, follow-up care, and discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards
- Support emergency department operations by adapting to changing patient volumes and assisting across the emergency care area when needed
Apply now for this Emergency Room Registered Nurse travel contract in Lawrence, Kansas, and take the next step in your travel nursing career.
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 #529144. 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
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
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
learn more.