Job Title: RN - Emergency Department
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Emergency Department
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 1 year in hospital emergency department
License: Current RN license
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIH, ENPC
Must-Have:
At least 1 year of current hospital emergency department experience
BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIH and ENPC certifications
Current PALS certification will be accepted in lieu of ENPC
Description:
This is a travel RN position in the emergency department.
The unit has 24 beds and a staff of 45.
During day shift, there are 4 RNs, 1 Charge Nurse, 2 mid-shift RNs, 1 mid-shift Unit Clerk, and 1 EMT.
During night shift, there are 4 RNs, 1 night EMT, and 1 night Charge Nurse.
The patient ratio is typically 4:1 (5:1 during surge).
The unit is equipped with GE monitors and uses Meditech for electronic medical records.
Typical procedures performed include port access, IV start, venipuncture, and nasal wash.
Point of care testing such as troponin, lactic acid, and urine dip is performed, along with EKG and Foley placement.
The ideal candidate is caring, compassionate, and friendly.
Strong communication skills are essential, along with a willingness to go above and beyond.
This unit values commitment to providing high-quality care to patients.