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Travel ER RN - Emergency Room RN Registered Nurse

Focus Staff

Louisville, Kentucky

Staffing partner

Posted Aug 18 · Not open to new grads

Shift
12-hour nights
Hours a week
36
Unit
ER
Contract
13 weeks

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
12-hour nights · 3 a week · 36 hours
Term
13 weeks · starts Sep 13, 2026 · Travel
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
1+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Relocation
Help offered

About this role

Ready to chart a new course? Focus Staff is seeking a travel Emergency Medicine Registered Nurse (ER RN) in Louisville, KY to deliver exceptional care in a dynamic environment. Help patients through their most urgent healthcare needs while advancing your career journey.

  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Start Date: 09/13/2026
  • Shift: 3x12 Nights

Why ER RNs choose Focus Staff

  • Rewarding Your Commitment : Weekly direct deposits, housing stipends, 401(k) with matching, and loyalty/referral bonuses.
  • Your Wellbeing, Our Priority : Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one, no waiting period.
  • Journey Made Simple : Travel assistance, relocation support, licensure reimbursement, and exclusive hotel discounts.
  • Flexibility Meets Support : Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 support, flexible scheduling, and pet-friendly accommodations.

ER Nurse

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience
  • Valid KY RN License
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States

About Focus Staff

Focus Staff is a traveler-first healthcare staffing agency connecting talented travel nurses and allied health professionals with top assignments nationwide, prioritizing your unique needs and giving you complete control over your journey. Our mission is to help you create the life you love while exploring the country, advancing your healthcare career with competitive pay, and doing what you do best, providing exceptional patient care that makes a difference.

Interested in becoming a traveler with Focus Staff? Discover why travelers choose us, apply today!

Application details and notices

Other Information

  • Job Title: Travel ER Nurse
  • Employment Time: Contract/Travel
  • Date Posted: 08/18/2026 12:00:00 AM
  • Valid Through: 12/12/2026
  • Job City: Louisville
  • Job State: KY
  • Job Country: USA
  • Shift: 3x12 Nights
  • Job ID: a0xVt00000T8O9LIAV
  • Hiring Organization: Focus Staff

Focus Staff is an EEO/AA (Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action) Employer.

  • Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice. Exact pay package may vary based on several factors, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, travel distance, demand, experience, etc.

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ER Nurse Requirements : Minimum of 1-2 years of experience Valid KY RN License Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification· from this posting

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience
  • Valid KY RN License
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance

Place

City
Louisville, Kentucky
State price level
10% below the national average

Kentucky index 90.2, where 100 is the national average.

Louisville blends Southern charm with Midwestern practicality, offering nurses an affordable Ohio River city known for bourbon heritage, the Kentucky Derby, and a surprisingly vibrant arts scene. The Highlands and NuLu neighborhoods showcase local dining and nightlife, while the city's extensive park system provides easy outdoor access between shifts.

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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.

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Focus Staff
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Focus Staff is a travel healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Asheville, NC, that connects registered nurses with travel contract assignments across multiple states. The agency positions itself as 'traveler-first,' focusing on providing nurses with flexible travel opportunities in specialties such…

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