Location & Practice Overview

Base Location Albany, NY
Department Emergency Department
Practice Type Travel Nursing Assignment
Care Setting Hospital Emergency Room
Work Model Onsite Hospital

Responsibilities

  • Perform rapid assessment and triage of patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions.
  • Stabilize trauma and critical care patients while coordinating care with physicians and specialists.
  • Administer medications, IV therapies, and emergency interventions according to protocol.
  • Monitor patients, interpret cardiac rhythms, and respond to life-threatening changes.
  • Document care accurately and support families with education during high-stress situations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must meet the clinical experience and credentialing standards listed below to be considered for this travel ER assignment.

Experience
Minimum 1 year recent Emergency Room nursing experience
License
New York State RN license (or compact eligible and willing to obtain)
Required Certifications
BLS and ACLS
Preferred Certifications
PALS, TNCC, and STABLE strongly preferred
Education
Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Compensation & Benefits

Weekly pay ranges from $2,200 to $3,000 and includes tax-free stipends for qualified travelers. Bonus is negotiable.

  • Group Health, Dental, and Vision insurance available
  • 401(k) with company match after eligibility period
  • Short and Long Term Disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
  • Travel reimbursement and housing options provided

Schedule & Work Environment

Shift Pattern Three 12-hour shifts per week, primarily nights with possible rotation
Assignment Length 13 weeks with option to extend
EMR System Epic
Volume Context High-volume Level II Trauma Center environment

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The emergency department manages a diverse case mix that includes minor urgent needs through major trauma, cardiac events, strokes, and pediatric emergencies. Patients arrive from community incidents and as transfers from surrounding rural facilities.

Age Range All ages
Primary Case Types Acute medical, trauma, and behavioral emergencies
Adult Focus High percentage of adult and geriatric patients with cardiac and respiratory issues
Trauma Sources Significant volume from regional highways and urban incidents

About OneStaff Medical

OneStaff Medical is an independently owned travel nurse and allied healthcare recruiting agency founded in 2010 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. The company places registered nurses and allied health professionals into temporary assignments at healthcare facilities across the United States and maintains additional offices in Miamisburg, Ohio, and Clearwater, Florida. It has been recognized multiple times by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing privately held companies and by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work For.

Founded 2010
Headquarters Omaha, Nebraska
Ownership Independently owned
Focus Travel nursing and allied healthcare staffing

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a New York RN license before applying?
Support is available for nurses who are eligible for licensure or willing to obtain it. Many travelers begin the licensing process after accepting an offer.
Are certifications reimbursed?
Required certifications can be coordinated through the staffing program, and many are covered or reimbursed.
How quickly can a qualified candidate start?
Candidates with current experience can often begin within 2–4 weeks depending on licensing and credentialing timelines.
Is housing provided?
Private housing is coordinated, or a stipend is offered so travelers can select their preferred housing option.

Travel Registered Nurse RN Emergency Room ER in Albany, NY

This 13-week travel ER nursing contract places an experienced registered nurse inside a high-volume hospital emergency department in Albany. Night-focused 12-hour shifts form the core schedule while the clinical work centers on rapid triage, trauma stabilization, medication administration, and continuous monitoring of patients of all ages. The assignment uses the Epic EMR and operates within a Level II trauma environment that receives both local emergencies and transfers from surrounding communities. OneStaff Medical coordinates the placement, including licensure support when needed and housing or stipend options. Nurses who already hold recent ER experience plus BLS and ACLS will find the role matches the acuity and pace typical of regional emergency care in New York’s capital area.

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Submit your application for Travel Registered Nurse RN Emergency Room ER at OneStaff Medical.

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