Travel Registered Nurse ER Job
State College, PA
Contracted
Mount Nittany Health
Mid Level
Step into the ER as a Registered Nurse in State College, Pennsylvania, where your expertise meets urgent need and compassionate care shapes outcomes. In this fast-paced setting, you’ll assess and triage high-acuity patients, initiate life-saving interventions, administer medications, start IVs, and monitor evolving conditions alongside physicians and a dedicated multidisciplinary team. Your clinical judgment and steady presence will guide families through critical moments with clarity and empathy, turning challenging days into stories of resilience and recovery. This role invites you to deepen your trauma and emergency care skills, expand your autonomy, and contribute to a community hospital that values precision, teamwork, and patient-centered care. And when you’re off shift, Pennsylvania awaits with its diverse landscapes and rich experiences—from the green hills and outdoor trails of Rothrock Forest to the vibrant downtown scenes within a few hours’ drive. State College offers a welcoming, collegiate atmosphere, excellent dining, cultural events, and easy access to broader Pennsylvania adventures while keeping you connected to your home base and colleagues who share your commitment to excellence.
Beautiful places in Pennsylvania are part of the experience here. From scenic drives along winding byways to autumn foliage that carpets the mountains, PA blends natural beauty with a storied cultural tapestry. In and around State College, you’ll find parks, farmers markets, and universities that energize the local vibe. Weekend explorations can include hiking the trails of nearby state forests, enjoying regional fairs, or catching a Penn State athletic event. It’s a state that invites exploration, so you can recharge after meaningful shifts while staying close to the roots of excellent healthcare.
Location benefits: Working in State College offers the stability of a strong regional hospital system paired with a culture of learning, collaboration, and community impact. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment, supportive leadership, and ongoing education that respects your time and growth. For professionals who relish variety, there’s the opportunity to work across multiple locations in the U.S., broadening clinical exposure, sharpening decision-making under pressure, and building a diverse network of peers. The region’s welcoming neighborhoods, family-friendly amenities, and easy commutes support balance, while the hospital environment provides structured onboarding, robust safety initiatives, and shared mission to deliver timely, high-quality emergency care.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Responsibilities: deliver rapid assessment and stabilization; initiate or adjust treatments in the ED; administer medications and IV therapies; monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; participate in codes and critical events; document thoroughly and ensure smooth handoffs to inpatient teams; educate patients and families about procedures, discharge plans, and warning signs.
- Growth and development: gain deep emergency care exposure, pursue specialty interests inside ER (trauma, sepsis management, pediatrics), and access ongoing clinical education and training resources.
- Competitive compensation and perks: weekly pay ranges from $1,839 to $2,026, with guaranteed weekly hours to support financial stability. Start date is 03/03/2026, with assignments offered in weeks-long blocks and clear extension opportunities based on performance and unit needs.
- Housing and location support: comprehensive housing assistance and relocation guidance to ease travel logistics, plus a dedicated support team available around the clock for any travel-related needs.
- Travel and continuity: 24/7 support from a responsive travel concierge and clinical operations team, ensuring you feel secure, informed, and connected wherever you practice.
- Scheduling and guaranteed hours: guaranteed 36.0 hours per week, with flexibility to align shifts with patient demand and your personal preferences, plus potential overtime where available.
Company values: Our organization is built on empowering staff, rewarding initiative, and cultivating a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful work culture. We invest in your career trajectory, offer mentoring and leadership development, and maintain a supportive environment where questions are welcome and excellence is expected. The aim is not only to fill shifts but to advance your professional standing, broaden your clinical fluency, and enrich your life through meaningful, sustained impact.
Call to action: If you’re ready to apply your ER expertise in a role that honors your skill, supports your growth, and embraces a path to broader opportunities, seize this chance. Join a company that values your contribution, provides comprehensive backing for travel and housing, and stands beside you as you advance in emergency care. Apply now to begin a rewarding chapter in State College, PA, with potential pathways across the U.S. Start on 03/03/2026 and let your expertise elevate patient care.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Beautiful places in Pennsylvania are part of the experience here. From scenic drives along winding byways to autumn foliage that carpets the mountains, PA blends natural beauty with a storied cultural tapestry. In and around State College, you’ll find parks, farmers markets, and universities that energize the local vibe. Weekend explorations can include hiking the trails of nearby state forests, enjoying regional fairs, or catching a Penn State athletic event. It’s a state that invites exploration, so you can recharge after meaningful shifts while staying close to the roots of excellent healthcare.
Location benefits: Working in State College offers the stability of a strong regional hospital system paired with a culture of learning, collaboration, and community impact. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment, supportive leadership, and ongoing education that respects your time and growth. For professionals who relish variety, there’s the opportunity to work across multiple locations in the U.S., broadening clinical exposure, sharpening decision-making under pressure, and building a diverse network of peers. The region’s welcoming neighborhoods, family-friendly amenities, and easy commutes support balance, while the hospital environment provides structured onboarding, robust safety initiatives, and shared mission to deliver timely, high-quality emergency care.
Role specifics and benefits:
- Responsibilities: deliver rapid assessment and stabilization; initiate or adjust treatments in the ED; administer medications and IV therapies; monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; participate in codes and critical events; document thoroughly and ensure smooth handoffs to inpatient teams; educate patients and families about procedures, discharge plans, and warning signs.
- Growth and development: gain deep emergency care exposure, pursue specialty interests inside ER (trauma, sepsis management, pediatrics), and access ongoing clinical education and training resources.
- Competitive compensation and perks: weekly pay ranges from $1,839 to $2,026, with guaranteed weekly hours to support financial stability. Start date is 03/03/2026, with assignments offered in weeks-long blocks and clear extension opportunities based on performance and unit needs.
- Housing and location support: comprehensive housing assistance and relocation guidance to ease travel logistics, plus a dedicated support team available around the clock for any travel-related needs.
- Travel and continuity: 24/7 support from a responsive travel concierge and clinical operations team, ensuring you feel secure, informed, and connected wherever you practice.
- Scheduling and guaranteed hours: guaranteed 36.0 hours per week, with flexibility to align shifts with patient demand and your personal preferences, plus potential overtime where available.
Company values: Our organization is built on empowering staff, rewarding initiative, and cultivating a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful work culture. We invest in your career trajectory, offer mentoring and leadership development, and maintain a supportive environment where questions are welcome and excellence is expected. The aim is not only to fill shifts but to advance your professional standing, broaden your clinical fluency, and enrich your life through meaningful, sustained impact.
Call to action: If you’re ready to apply your ER expertise in a role that honors your skill, supports your growth, and embraces a path to broader opportunities, seize this chance. Join a company that values your contribution, provides comprehensive backing for travel and housing, and stands beside you as you advance in emergency care. Apply now to begin a rewarding chapter in State College, PA, with potential pathways across the U.S. Start on 03/03/2026 and let your expertise elevate patient care.
Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
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TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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- Competitive weekly pay
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