ED RN Job in Stockton, CA

Join St. Josephs Medical Center's Emergency Department as a Registered Nurse on a 91-day travel assignment. You'll work the night shift with three 12-hour shifts per week, earning $2,799.36 weekly. Start date: December 7, 2026.

Role Overview

You'll care for patients across a 62-bed emergency department that handles 270–350 visits daily. The ED is divided into ER North and ER South, each with dedicated charge nurses who manage operations without taking patients unless absolutely necessary. You'll work with a 1:4 patient ratio and treat a wide range of acuities—from minor injuries to critical cases including CVA, STEMI, and sepsis. The facility is a STEMI receiving center and primary stroke center with a robust sepsis program.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care across all ED areas, including a pediatric zone for ages 0–12
• Read and interpret telemetry independently using Phillips monitors; no tele techs available
• May hold vented patients while awaiting bed placement; Respiratory Therapy manages vent settings and equipment
• Collaborate with ER techs who assist with EKGs and vital signs
• Work with 24/7 Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy support

Requirements

• Current RN license
• 3+ years of emergency room experience
• No first-time travelers; travel experience required
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry using Phillips monitors

Scheduling

• Night shift, 12-hour shifts
• Every other weekend requirement
• 2 out of 3 major holidays required
• No on-call responsibilities
• No floating required
• Floor-specific orientation: maximum 2 shifts

Additional Details

Wear navy blue scrubs. The ED is fast-paced with high volumes of critical acuity patients and frequent ICU admissions. You'll gain broad exposure to emergency nursing in a high-acuity, high-volume setting.