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Travel Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) – Lynchburg, VA

Join a fast-paced Emergency Department as a Travel Registered Nurse in Lynchburg, Virginia. This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced ED RN or Emergency Room RN who is confident caring for patients in a high-acuity, Level I or Level II trauma environment and enjoys delivering compassionate care in a collaborative setting.

Lynchburg is a scenic Blue Ridge foothills community known for its historic character, James River access, vibrant local culture, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. This Virginia travel nursing destination offers an appealing combination of small-city convenience and natural beauty.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ED RN)
• Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,910–$2,010
• Start Date: December 28, 2026
• End Date: March 27, 2027
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 36 hours per week; 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Availability to work two of three designated holidays
• Orientation: Available December 14 or December 28
• Location Requirement: Applicants residing within 60 miles are not eligible for this assignment
• Work Setting: On-site Emergency Department

Emergency Department RN Job Requirements

• Active Virginia RN license or valid Compact RN license at the time of submission
• At least 3 years of recent Emergency Department nursing experience in a similar-size department
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Level I or Level II trauma experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Current TNCC or another accepted trauma certification, such as ATCN or ATLS
• NIH Stroke Scale certification
• Current CPI certification
• Prior Cerner experience strongly preferred
• All requested time off must be submitted with the application

Travel ER Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients presenting with emergent, urgent, and high-acuity conditions
• Perform focused assessments, triage, reassessments, and timely interventions based on patient acuity
• Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly escalate concerns to the appropriate care team
• Administer medications and treatments safely while maintaining accurate clinical documentation
• Support trauma response, stroke care, resuscitation, and other emergency protocols
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, ancillary departments, patients, and families
• Deliver patient-centered care in accordance with professional standards and Emergency Department policies
• Work scheduled weekends and required holidays as part of the travel contract commitment

Apply now for this Emergency Department travel nurse opportunity in Lynchburg, Virginia, and join a dedicated healthcare 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.