Travel Nurse RN – ER/Trauma – $2,359 per week in Carthage, IL

Join TravelNurseSource as an Emergency Department RN specializing in ER/Trauma care in Carthage, Illinois. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced clinical environment.

About the Role

You'll deliver critical care as an ER/Trauma RN in a busy emergency department serving Carthage, Hancock County. This is a full-time travel nursing position designed for experienced nurses ready to advance their career with flexibility and financial reward.

Position Details

• Location: Carthage, Illinois 62321
• Specialty: Emergency Department / Trauma
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (12:00 AM–12:00 PM)
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Start Date: September 1, 2025
• Compensation: $2,359 per week

What You'll Do

• Provide direct patient care in the emergency department, managing acute and trauma cases
• Assess vital signs, administer medications, and perform nursing interventions per protocol
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and trauma specialists during critical cases
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the care team
• Maintain detailed medical records and ensure compliance with clinical standards
• Respond to emergency situations with composure and clinical expertise

What We're Looking For

• Current RN license in good standing (valid in Illinois)
• Minimum 2+ years of recent emergency department or trauma nursing experience
• BLS and ACLS certification (or ability to obtain before start date)
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work nights and adapt to a new clinical environment
• Willingness to relocate or commute to Carthage for the 13-week assignment

About TravelNurseSource

TravelNurseSource connects qualified nursing professionals with rewarding assignments across the United States. Working with trusted staffing partners like Triage Staffing, we place experienced RNs in roles where they're needed most, offering competitive pay, professional growth, and the flexibility travel nursing brings.

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