Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Emergency Room
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2 years required
License: Compact or state license required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, CPI preferred
Must-Have: Epic charting experience
Description:
Please ensure traveler is aware of the following:
Upon accepting an assignment and starting the role, the unit manager may assign the traveler to an "Emergency Team."
There will be an expectation to stay at the facility until after the event passes or be part of the relief team.
Specific details pertaining to pay during each emergency event will be relayed, as impacts vary.
By signing the travel contract, the traveler accepts the above and will report as assigned by the immediate unit manager if an emergency event occurs.
Travelers should not apply for this role if they are not comfortable with the above.
Candidates must be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.
Although some units may require traveler coverage for Halloween, it is not a paid holiday.
Holiday assignments are based on departmental needs and fair staff rotation.
The average daily census in the unit is 40.
The patient ratio is 1:4.
Mandatory certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, CPI.
Preferred certifications include NRP and TNCC.
This unit will accept first-time travelers.
Experience in the specialty is required.
Travelers must have experience in a community hospital setting.
Experience in other trauma levels may be required.
Candidates should have competency in various emergency situations, including mental health conditions and traumatic injuries.
The unit deals with a wide range of patient age groups, from neonates to geriatrics.
Interdisciplinary support is available, including physical therapy, respiratory services, and social services.
The unit supports a variety of patient diagnoses and procedures.
Travelers must comply with all facility protocols and guidelines.
References may be required prior to starting the contract.