ER RN in Tallahassee, Florida
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Tallahassee, FL
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,916/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.22
- Weekly
- $1,916
- Yearly (full-time)
- $99,632
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.22/hour — 31% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Florida ($40.48/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.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Florida right now
- 818 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Florida from 6 agencies, 46 of them in Tallahassee.
- Pay in these listings: $28.81 – $75.66/hour, median $54.29/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Florida: $40.48/hour ($84,198/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.37/hour across 159 jobs).
Job description
Join a fast-paced emergency department in Tallahassee as a travel healthcare professional completing a 13-week contract. This role involves providing essential support in a busy trauma-level 2 ER that treats 200-250 patients daily across 50+ beds. Expect to handle a variety of critical cases involving respiratory, cardiac, neuro, and trauma patients across all ages.
This assignment offers a unique opportunity to work in a renowned teaching hospital equipped with advanced technology like Vents (Maquet), Hypothermia Therapy (Artic Sun), and Critical Drips including TPA and Vasopressors. You will be part of a team that values flexibility, customer service, and hands-on collaboration, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4. Types of support include moderate sedation, phlebotomy, IV starts, and ventilator management.
While the work is challenging, it’s also rewarding—an ideal environment for experienced ER nurses eager to expand their trauma and emergency skill set. The schedule includes 12-hour night shifts from 3pm to 3am, with partial self-scheduling and on-call requirements. Certification in ENPC is needed after one year, with additional certifications such as ATCN and CEN preferred.
Weather:
The weather around this time tends to be warm with comfortable breezes, typical of the Florida climate, providing pleasant conditions for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s vibrant surroundings.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic Downtown Tallahassee Walking Tour – Discover local history and architecture.
- Eagle Aerie Nature Trail – Enjoy a scenic hike and birdwatching adventure.
- St. Marks Lighthouse Day Trip – Venture to this iconic lighthouse and learn its fascinating history.
- O’er the River Canoe Trip – Relax on a day-long canoeing excursion through peaceful waterways.
- Florida State Capitol Tour – Experience the political heart of Florida with engaging exhibits.
Job Specifics:
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Shift: 12-hour night shifts (3pm-3am)
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
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