ER Travel Nurse Job in Fort Wayne, IN | Nights (3x12)
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
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Travel RN
ER Nurse in Fort Wayne, IN
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$1,997
Specialty
ER
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
10/26
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This ER travel nurse job in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ER Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Lutheran Hospital. This role pays $1,997 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Lutheran Hospital
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Location: Fort Wayne, IN 46804 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
- EMR System: Cerner
Responsibilities
- Triage and assess patients across the full range of acuity, re-prioritizing care as conditions evolve
- Deliver rapid interventions for emergent presentations such as cardiac emergencies, stroke, trauma, and sepsis
- Administer emergency medications, IV therapy, and other treatments as ordered
- Respond to codes and trauma activations as part of the resuscitation team when assigned
Travel ER Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent ER experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Indiana and national regulatory bodies.
Lutheran Hospital — Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne, IN
Lutheran Hospital is a roughly 396-bed tertiary referral hospital and the flagship of the Lutheran Health Network (Community Health Systems), serving northeastern Indiana, northwestern Ohio, and southern Michigan from Fort Wayne. It is a referral center with advanced cardiac, children's, orthopedic, and trauma services, on a campus that includes a dedicated orthopedic hospital.
- Level II ACS-verified adult and pediatric trauma centers, with critical-care transport (Lutheran Air and a mobile ICU). Read More
- The Lutheran Heart Pavilion / Heart & Vascular Center — open-heart surgery, a heart-failure institute, a chest pain center, Joint Commission advanced certification for ventricular assist devices (VAD), and adult ECMO.
- Lutheran Children's Hospital — a PICU, a pediatric emergency department, and broad pediatric subspecialty care.
- A dedicated Orthopedic Hospital on campus, with six orthopedic operating rooms.
- A Comprehensive Cancer Center and a certified primary stroke center.
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FAQs – ER Travel Nurse Jobs Near Fort Wayne, IN
What certifications are required for this ER travel job?
Most travel ER jobs require BLS and ACLS. TNCC may be required for trauma care. Pediatric requirements can include PALS, ENPC, or both, depending on whether the facility accepts ENPC in place of PALS. Confirm the required combination before booking a course or renewing credentials.
What recent experience do facilities look for in travel ER nurses?
Facilities typically look for recent emergency department experience caring for a wide range of acuity levels, from lower-acuity patients to unstable patients who may need rapid intervention. Trauma exposure, critical care skills, pediatric experience, and triage experience can all matter depending on the department. The strongest match is usually a recent ER background that reflects the patient volume, acuity, and responsibilities of the assignment.
What types of patients do travel ER nurses typically care for?
Travel ER nurses may care for patients with medical emergencies, injuries, behavioral health needs, cardiac or respiratory conditions, and patients awaiting admission to another unit. Some departments also manage ventilated patients or titratable drips while patients wait for an ICU bed. Patient mix and acuity vary by hospital, so travelers should compare the department’s typical population with their recent experience.
Does my compact license apply to this Indiana assignment?
Yes—Indiana recognizes active multistate RN licenses through the Nurse Licensure Compact, so no separate application is needed. For endorsement, sequence matters: don’t get fingerprinted until the PLA receives your application and emails the official service code—background checks completed early are invalid and must be repeated. Our Indiana Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Licensing in Indiana
Compact license accepted. Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you.
See the Indiana Licensing Center →
Explore Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne, IN anchors healthcare services for northeast Indiana and surrounding counties. Parkview Regional Medical Center and Lutheran Hospital maintain steady patient activity across intensive care units and surgical suites. Fort Wayne International Airport provides convenient regional access for clinicians starting new assignments. Nearby communities such as New Haven, Auburn, and Huntington often serve as residential bases for traveling nurses. The revitalized riverfront around Promenade Park offers an easy reset after long shifts. Fort Wayne’s compact layout helps keep drives short while supporting a busy regional healthcare system.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel ER · Fort Wayne, IN · $1,997 /wk