Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Salem, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/02/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)
Unit Information
Location: Salem, VA
Unit Type: Emergency Department
- Number of Beds: 27
- Number of Staff: 50 RNs, 25 Medics
- Patient Ratios: 4-6:1
General Information
This Emergency Department operates with a dedicated staff structure to ensure optimal patient care. The unit comprises a blend of experienced professionals that handle a high volume of diverse cases.
- Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, 2-3 Medics, with an increase of 4-5 RNs at 11 AM and 1-2 RNs at 3 PM.
- Night Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, 2-3 Medics.
Position Responsibilities
- Perform advanced procedures such as RSI, Sepsis interventions, and Stroke protocol with tPA administration.
- Execute central line placements and provide care for psychiatric patients.
- Facilitate transfers to other facilities in compliance with EMTALA regulations.
Qualifications
Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS; TNCC preferred; ENPC, NRP, NIH are nice to have.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum 2-3 travel assignments completed.
- 2-3 years of relevant Emergency Room experience.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in high acuity emergency rooms.
- Familiarity with high patient volume and patient ratios of 5:1.
Best Personality Fit
The ideal candidate will possess a friendly, easy-going demeanor, be team-oriented, and demonstrate mutual respect within the staff and patient interactions.
Dress Code
Scrubs should be navy blue or white.
Schedule
Weekend shifts are required, with four weekend shifts (Friday or Saturday for nights; Saturday or Sunday for days) scheduled within a four-week period. There is no on-call requirement.
Thrive Staffing Job ID #19320560. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:ER,07:00:00-19:00:00
About Thrive Staffing
At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.
