Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room in Louisville, KY

Immerse yourself in Louisville, KY—a city known for its dynamic blend of cultural treasures, culinary hotspots, and scenic riverfront parks. As a travel nurse specializing in emergency care, you’ll experience a vibrant community and enjoy diverse adventures in your time off, from exploring unique neighborhoods to savoring local flavors, all while building your professional portfolio.

This opportunity places you in a busy urban emergency department with 31 beds and an average daily census of 78, providing care to all ages, from infants through geriatrics. The unit welcomes your expertise across a spectrum of emergencies, including complex cardiovascular, trauma, behavioral health, and critical medical conditions, offering rich experiences and professional growth. Gain new insights from a collaborative environment with strong leadership and learn best practices from supportive teams and 24/7 specialty coverage.

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts: Days (7AM–7PM), Mids (11AM–11PM), Nights (7PM–7AM)
• Every 3rd weekend rotation required
• Holiday work follows a fair rotation
• Schedules in 6-week increments, flexibility considered

Responsibilities

• Triage and manage critical patients—heart failure, trauma, sepsis, DKA, and more
• Skillfully initiate IVs, start foleys/NG tubes, conduct neuro assessments (NIHSS)
• Respond to codes; manage pressors, sedation, and cardiac drips
• Support bedside procedures, provide moderate sedation
• Lead ER care with expertise, adaptability, and teamwork

Ideal Qualifications

• Unrestricted RN license
• Minimum of 2 years ER experience (travel experience required)
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS certifications
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Excellent adaptability and collaborative skills

Benefits & Perks

• Tax-advantaged stipends and premium compensation
• Travel support, including assistance and free parking with garage access
• Healthcare coverage and 401(k) retirement plan for lasting financial security
• Access to leaders, continuous learning, and a spectrum of patient care that will enhance your clinical skill set and marketability

From professional advancement to extraordinary travel experiences, this position blends rewarding challenges with the chance to make a difference. Ready to advance your ER nursing career and broaden your horizons? Submit your application today!