Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Job Summary
Join a dynamic Emergency Department team in Buffalo, New York, for a 13-week contract assignment. This role offers the opportunity to provide critical care to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment, located at 565 Abbott Rd, Buffalo, New York.
The successful candidate will be instrumental in patient assessment, stabilization, and intervention, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. This position is ideal for an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse seeking a challenging and rewarding travel assignment, utilizing clinical expertise to manage emergent conditions and ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including triage and rapid evaluation of emergent conditions.
- Implement and monitor patient care plans, administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Operate and monitor medical equipment, interpreting diagnostic test results.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Document all patient care activities accurately and thoroughly in the electronic medical record system.
- Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding conditions, treatments, and discharge instructions.
- Respond to medical emergencies and assist with resuscitation efforts as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Experience in an Emergency Department setting.
- Proficiency with Epic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
Preferred Qualifications
Not specified.
Skills & Competencies
- Exceptional clinical assessment and critical thinking skills in emergency situations.
- Proficiency in IV insertion, medication administration, and wound care.
- Competency in cardiac monitoring, EKG interpretation, and basic/advanced airway management.
- Knowledge of trauma protocols, stroke, and myocardial infarction pathways.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure in a high-stress environment.
- Adaptability and problem-solving skills.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: Nights (PM)
- Shift Duration: 12 hours per shift
- Days per Week: 3 days
- Start Time: 7:00 PM
- End Time: 7:00 AM
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Assignment Dates: September 21, 2026, to December 20, 2026
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
- Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Certifications: Not specified.