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Growing Demand for Emergency Room Travel Nurse Jobs

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 3.3 million RNs are employed across the United States. Of those, about 224,000 work in hospital-based emergency departments, making ER nurses an essential part of the nation’s healthcare system. Emergency rooms operate around the clock, caring for patients in critical and unpredictable situations, which means experienced ER nurses are always in demand.

For travel nurses, this creates a great opportunity for more jobs and higher pay. ER travel nurse jobs offer the chance to step into high-acuity units nationwide, supporting hospitals that rely on skilled travel nurses to handle surges in patient volume and ongoing staffing shortages. Emergency room travel nurse jobs are critical to maintaining safe nurse-to-patient ratios, ensuring patients receive timely, expert care. Whether you're seeking short-term contracts or long-term placements, ER travel jobs provide rewarding experiences, competitive pay, and the ability to make an immediate impact in communities that need your expertise most.

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FAQs — Emergency Room Travel Nurse Jobs

What are the highest-paying states for ER travel nurse jobs?

Based on current openings, the highest-paying states are:

Where is the highest demand for emergency room travel nurse jobs?

As of today, demand is highest in:

How much do ER travel nurse jobs typically pay?
ER travel nurse jobs typically pay $2,100 per week, with ranges from $1,636 to $3,304 depending on location, shift, and experience.
What certifications are required for ER travel nurse jobs?

Most emergency room RN jobs require:

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN)
  • Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
  • Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN)
What are the most common clinical settings for travel ER nurse jobs?

Travel ER nurse jobs primarily place you in high-energy hospital emergency departments (EDs), including Level I or II Trauma Centers nationwide. Opportunities also exist in specialized pediatric emergency departments, free-standing emergency rooms, and occasionally urgent care centers. These diverse clinical settings allow travel ER nurse jobs to offer varied experience across a broad spectrum of emergency care.