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Registered Nurse - ER

GHR HealthcareLouisville, KYTravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Louisville, KY
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 7, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$57.17
Weekly
$2,058
Yearly (full-time)
$107,016
Contract length
14 weeks
Start date
October 25, 2026

This job pays about $57.17/hour — 47% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky ($38.96/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ER) | Louisville, KY

Explore a 14-week travel nursing assignment for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) in a fast-paced Emergency Department in Louisville, Kentucky. This acute-care travel RN opportunity is ideal for a patient-focused professional ready to deliver safe, effective emergency nursing care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Located in the 40241 area, Louisville offers a welcoming community, rich cultural experiences, and convenient access to parks, dining, and entertainment.

Travel Nursing Job Details

  • Location: Louisville, Kentucky (40241)
  • Healthcare Setting: Emergency Department (ER)
  • Assignment Duration: 14 weeks
  • Start Date: October 25, 2026
  • Estimated End Date: January 23, 2027
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,950–$2,166
  • Schedule: 3 shifts per week
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour evening shifts
  • Typical Shift: 3:00 p.m.–3:30 a.m.; weekend coverage based on unit needs
  • Hours: Approximately 36 hours per week

Travel RN Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • At least 2 years of acute-care Emergency Department nursing experience
  • Nursing diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN)
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications
  • Epic electronic health record (EHR) experience
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, prioritization, and teamwork skills

Emergency Department Registered Nurse Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments and reassessments according to clinical condition, policy, and procedure.
  • Develop, prioritize, implement, and revise individualized plans of care for emergency department patients.
  • Monitor and document patient responses to interventions and communicate significant changes promptly.
  • Provide compassionate, patient- and family-centered care throughout the emergency visit.
  • Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, ancillary departments, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Educate patients and families regarding treatment, medications, follow-up care, and discharge instructions.
  • Delegate appropriately to licensed and non-licensed team members while maintaining accountability for patient outcomes.
  • Support quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Contribute to a collaborative emergency nursing environment through teamwork, mentoring, and professional communication.

Apply now for this Registered Nurse travel assignment in Louisville, Kentucky, and bring your emergency nursing expertise to a patient-centered healthcare team.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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