Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,185 per week in Urbana, IL

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Emergency Services Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 12-Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 36 Hours per Week Experience: Minimum 2 Years License: Active State License Required Certifications: Required: BLS, ACLS, PALS Must-Have: Experience with Behavioral Health patients and stroke competencies; Preference for travel and EPIC experience Description: The Emergency Room provides care for a variety of patient needs. A charge nurse is present at all times, with day charges handling administrative duties without patient assignments.

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Emergency Services Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 12-Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 36 Hours per Week Experience: Minimum 2 Years License: Active State License Required Certifications: Required: BLS, ACLS, PALS Must-Have: Experience with Behavioral Health patients and stroke competencies; Preference for travel and EPIC experience Description: The Emergency Room provides care for a variety of patient needs. Common diagnoses include chest pain, gastrointestinal complaints, gunshot wounds, and behavioral health issues. A small volume of pediatric patients is seen monthly. The department is equipped with standard emergency room drips and has a negative pressure room. In the Emergency Room, the nurse-to-patient ratio is between 1:3 to 1:4. A charge nurse is present at all times, with day charges handling administrative duties without patient assignments. Evening charge nurses may take on patient assignments if necessary. Emergency Room technicians are available throughout the day and night shifts. Registered Nurses are expected to interpret 12-lead ECGs for STEMI alerts. Floating among departments occurs on a rotational basis, with all staff, including travelers, expected to participate. Travelers may assist with patient interventions or sit with patients for safety while floating. The dress code requires navy blue scrubs, with tattoos covered. Orientation includes 2-3 shifts, depending on the individual's needs.