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Travel Emergency Department RN

Plano, TX · On-site

ED - Emergency Department * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/21/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours ... Number of Beds: 38 (including trauma bays, burn room, psych room, vertical treatment area) * Number ...

Care Team Solutions

Travel Emergency Room RN

Clearlake, CA · On-site

$3.0K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-09-14 * Duration: 13 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #607142. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Methuen, MA · On-site

$2.6K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-09-22 * Duration: 15 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #608834. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Sonora, CA · On-site

$2.3K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-09-21 * Duration: 13 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #609430. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Nantucket, MA · On-site

$2.1K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-09-28 * Duration: 15 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #606536. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Claremore, OK · On-site

$1.9K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-09-21 * Duration: 14 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #610041. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Tulare, CA · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-09-08 * Duration: 13 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #605129. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Rochester, NY · On-site

$2.1K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-10-13 * Duration: 16 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #606494. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Clearlake, CA · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-09-14 * Duration: 13 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #606224. Pay package is ...

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Travel Emergency Room RN

Boston, MA · On-site

$2.1K/wk

Emergency Room * Discipline: Registered Nurse * Start Date: 2026-10-12 * Duration: 13 Weeks * Shift ... Free well-being tele-visits with a psychologist Care Team Solutions Job ID #606954. Pay package is ...

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How much do emergency room psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for emergency room psychologist in the United States is $92,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an emergency room psychologist do?

An Emergency Room Psychologist evaluates and provides immediate psychological support to patients experiencing mental health crises in the emergency room. They assess suicide risk, psychosis, trauma, and other urgent conditions, working closely with medical staff to determine the best course of care. They may also provide crisis intervention, brief therapy, and referrals to psychiatric or community resources. Their goal is to stabilize patients and ensure they receive appropriate follow-up care.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an emergency room psychologist?

To thrive as an Emergency Room Psychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, state licensure, and experience in crisis assessment and intervention within medical settings. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, psychological assessment tools, and suicide risk evaluation protocols is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, resilience under pressure, and the ability to communicate clearly in high-stress situations distinguish top performers in this role. These qualities are vital for delivering effective mental health care during emergencies and for collaborating efficiently with multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

What are the typical responsibilities of an emergency room psychologist during a shift?

As an Emergency Room Psychologist, your main responsibilities involve conducting psychological assessments, providing crisis intervention, and assisting ER staff with patients experiencing acute mental health issues. You may be called to evaluate patients for suicide risk, substance abuse, or behavioral emergencies, and help determine appropriate next steps or referrals. Collaboration is key, as you’ll regularly work alongside physicians, social workers, and nurses to ensure holistic and immediate care. Additionally, you may play a role in de-escalation and stabilization, documentation, and sometimes providing brief therapeutic support to patients and their families. Shifts can be unpredictable, requiring flexibility and readiness to manage a diverse range of mental health crises.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Room Psychologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,813 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $1,698 to $1,785 per week in Plano, TX

TravelNurseSource

Plano, TX • On-site

$42.45 - $44.62/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma Location: Plano, TX Agency: AMN Healthcare Pay: $1,698 to $1,785 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 9/21/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with AMN Healthcare to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Plano, Texas, 75075!
Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room - Travel - (ER RN)
StartDate: 9/21/2026 Available Shifts: 12 D Pay Rate: $1698.00 - $1785.00
38 bed Emergency department includes trauma bays, burn room, psych room, and a vertical treatment area. 500+ bed Level 1 Trauma center, Magnet facility, and teaching hospital located in a suburb of Dallas.
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, ER
Experience: 1 year
Certifications: CERT-TNCC; CERT-Crisis Prevention Intervention
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year
Preferred Qualifications
Meditech
Facility Location
Minutes north of downtown Dallas, Plano residents enjoy a short drive to big-city attractions, nightlife, sports, museums, and entertainment. But there’s a lot to do in Plano, too—the Interurban Railway Museum is a popular attraction, and a multitude of restaurants is sure to satisfy nearly every palate. Home to 15 Fortune-500 companies, Plano is one of the most prosperous cities in the United States.
Job Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Free, quality, private housing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Free Continuing Education
  • Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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About AMN Healthcare

AMN Healthcare is a leader in Nurse staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities - including hospitals, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities - enable us to offer the most current travel nurse, local staffing, rapid response and crisis nurse jobs nationwide. We''re committed to finding you the best nursing job to fit your career goals. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

Requirements

Registered Nurse, ER Experience: 1 year Certifications: CERT-TNCC; CERT-Crisis Prevention Intervention SSN Required DOB Required Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year

Benefits

At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Free, quality, private housing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) and Flex Spending
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
  • Free Continuing Education
  • Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

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