Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Room RN for a Level 2 Trauma Center requiring strong ER travel experience and Epic proficiency.

• Active CA RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA only) or ENPC, and NIHSS certifications required
• CEN and TNCC certifications strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent ER experience required; 3-5 years preferred
• Prior ER travel experience required
• Strong, demonstrable Epic experience required with work history reflecting Epic use
• Trauma and pediatric experience strongly preferred
• Must reside within a 50 mile radius
• Superior professional references required
• No active per diem positions permitted while on assignment

• Level 2 Trauma Center Emergency Department with 44 beds
• Average daily census of 190-200 patients with fast discharge turnover and occasional inpatient holds
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4
• Patient population includes STEMI, stroke, syncope, weakness, trauma, and falls with a high elderly demographic
• 12-hour rotating shifts (day/evening) with varied start times (5a, 7a, 9a, 10a, 11a) and must be willing to work all listed start times
• 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• No floating required
• No charge nurse responsibilities
• Documentation via Epic and medication management via Pyxis
• Support available from ER Techs, Physician Assistants, Respiratory Therapy, and Anesthesia 24/7
• RNs perform IV starts, venipuncture, and EKGs; RT manages vents, breathing treatments, and ABGs
• Specialized equipment includes arterial lines in trauma, Hospira infusion pumps, and pediatric syringe pumps
• Responsible for triaging ambulance patients at bedside and managing a fast-paced ED environment
• Strong critical thinking skills required to manage high-acuity and high-volume patient flow
• Patient population is well-educated and vocal, with a major facility focus on patient experience and nursing excellence
• Orientation includes 2 ED shifts (24 hours total) plus 1 shift with an educator (4-6 hours)
• One major holiday coverage required; manager is unable to approve holiday time off requests
• Dress code includes professional-colored scrubs (no denim), non-skid closed-toe shoes, minimal jewelry, and neat hair/facial hair
• Nail polish must be chip-free with no gels, acrylics, or extensions
• Good teamwork and a positive attitude are emphasized
• Candidates with significant ED experience and minimal orientation needs may be considered without prior travel experience

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job : P-775490

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