Emergency Room Nurses – ER Travel Nurse Jobs

As an Emergency Room nurse (ER nurse) you have the opportunity to work in a variety of settings including urgent care centers and traditional emergency departments, just to name a few. Trauma nurses work in an ever-changing environment and have the opportunity to work with patients of all different ages and medical histories—something unique to Emergency Room nurses.

A career as an ER nurse provides additional excitement to the occupation of a registered nurse (RN) who already specializes in one of the most exhilarating and adrenaline filled specialties available. Emergency Room nurses are in high demand throughout the country and there are thousands of ER nurse jobs available in a variety of settings and exciting locations.

Since hospitals around the country are in urgent need of trauma nurses, experienced RNs can command top pay for their skills. Salaries for ER nurses vary depending on experience, location and facility, but the median salary continues to grow year over year. The average salary for Emergency Room Nurses as of June 2008 was $59,227, and traveling ER nurses can expect to make at least as much or more per year, plus housing, paid insurance and other benefits due to the high need for their expertise and skills at short-staffed facilities throughout the nation.

Here are some of the most recent Emergency Room nurse job assignments for trauma nurses from NurseZone.com's top travel staffing partners. Earn great pay with an ER nurse job while also receiving company-paid housing, day-one benefits and much more—all while enjoying the experience of a lifetime!

If you are an experienced Emergency Room nurse looking to enhance your career and earn great pay—check out NurseZone's robust database of Emergency Room nurse jobs from top partners. View our featured jobs or try our enhanced ER nurse jobs search today.

Job Outlook for Emergency Room Nurses

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, if you're considering becoming an ER nurse the job outlook for all RNs remains strong, with 587,000 new registered nurse jobs expected to be created by 2016.

Read More about Emergency Room Nurses in the ER Specialty Spotlight

Sources: Salary.com and U.S. Department of Labor

1. Registered Nurse - ER $35/hr

New York

From the marquees on Broadway to the peaks of the Adirondacks, the Empire State offers a variety of things to see and do. The state is divided into two parts: New York City and Upstate. While New York City is filled with an endless array of attractions, outside the city there are 4,000 lakes and ponds and 70,000 miles of rivers and streams. New York is also home to 150 state parks and roaring Niagara Falls. This state has as many personalities as the people who live there—it is a unique place in which you can choose to do everything or absolutely nothing at all, and still have a great time.
2. Registered Nurse - ER $35/hr

Delaware

Although Delaware is the second smallest state in the country, it is big on things to do. Its southern region is known for its stunning coastline and beach towns along the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay. The scenery ranges from tranquil stretches of protected shoreline to low-key resort towns to busy vacation centers. Its northern section boasts many cultural attractions, including the Winterthur Museum in the Brandywine Valley.
3. Registered Nurse - ER $31/hr

Texas

There’s a saying that goes: “As big as Texas” … and for those visiting this state, it applies to all the things to do and see. The Lone Star State features the best of the best—from world-renowned cultural attractions and museums, high-end shopping and eating to wild rodeos, there is nothing you won’t find here. Visit the laid-back town of Austin where you can visit hip bars and unique shops or take a trip to El Paso and learn about the early history of the state. In a state this big, you’ll find you will never run out of adventures and options!
4. Registered Nurse - ER $32/hr

California

The beach. The mountains. The desert. The woods. California really does have it all! From the sunny coastal cities of Southern California to the natural wonders of Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada mountains; California is truly a place that must be experienced first-hand. No book, postcard or photograph can do the state’s numerous sites, attractions and cities any justice. Venture out west and the Golden State will surely have you shining in no time.
5. Registered Nurse - ER $31/hr

North Carolina

You’ll have to choose sides in North Carolina—the mountains or the sea. Do you want to hike wooded trails or stroll along pristine beaches? Drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway or sail across Albemarle Sound? Gaze over misty valleys from a mountain peak or admire the arc of the shoreline from a sand dune? If you take your time and get to know each part of the state, you’ll fall in love with its endless treasures.
6. Registered Nurse - ER $32/hr

Virginia

Along with early American history, cobblestone streets and neoclassical architecture, Virginia offers bountiful culture and pristine nature. The Blue Ridge Mountains beckon with their scenic drives and panoramic hiking trails, while horse farms and vineyards checker the rolling foothills. With its top healthcare facilities, bustling historical towns, national treasures and easy access to mountains, forests and tree-lined country lanes, travel nurses enjoy making Virginia their home.
7. Registered Nurse - ER $35/hr

California

The beach. The mountains. The desert. The woods. California really does have it all! From the sunny coastal cities of Southern California to the natural wonders of Yosemite and the Sierra Nevada mountains; California is truly a place that must be experienced first-hand. No book, postcard or photograph can do the state’s numerous sites, attractions and cities any justice. Venture out west and the Golden State will surely have you shining in no time.
8. Registered Nurse - ER $30/hr

Florida

One thousand miles of beaches...58,000 miles of the Everglades National Park...Tropical gardens... Cosmopolitan cities…Florida has all of this and much more to offer! Dance the night away at one of the hotspots in Miami’s South Beach, or spend a quiet day touring the historical area of Fort Myers. With average winter temperatures between 70°F and 80°F in much of the state—Florida is enjoyable year round!