Travel ER RN

Travel ER RN

Location:

Lafayette, Indiana

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled ER RN for a 13‑week travel assignment in Lafayette, Indiana. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

The Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) delivers rapid-response, high-quality patient care in a fast‑paced emergency department setting. This role involves assessing patient conditions, implementing urgent care plans, administering life‑saving treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high‑quality, efficient, patient‑centered care in critical situations.

• Rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival, prioritizing care based on severity.
• Explain emergency procedures and treatments to patients and families.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved emergency nursing techniques and protocols.
• Prepare equipment and aid physicians during emergency treatments and examinations.
• Monitor patient comfort and safety throughout their time in the emergency department, responding to immediate needs.
• Observe and document patient conditions as required within scope of practice.
• Take and monitor vital signs using clinical judgment to address deviations and prevent complications.
• Respond to life‑saving situations based upon emergency nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Document comprehensive nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Initiate patient education plans according to individualized needs, considering the acute nature of emergency care.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, specialists, paramedics, social workers and other support staff to ensure comprehensive care.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Required:

• One year of recent experience as an ER RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC).
• Current ACLS certification (AHA/ARC).
• Current PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC Certification.

Preferred:

• TNCC, NIHSS, CPI, NRP and SANE certifications.
• Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position.

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Proficiency in PC skills.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50–100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.

• Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) presenting a positive attitude and professionalism.

• Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.

• Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure.
• Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel.
• Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and maintain continuous concentration to detail.

• Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate.

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
• Life and short‑term disability offered.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend Bonus Program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

Fusion is an EOE/E‑Verify Employer #pb8.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.