Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,386 per week in Elmira, NY

Skills & Competencies Clinical Skills: Advanced triage, critical care management, trauma assessment and intervention, cardiac monitoring and interpretation, IV insertion and phlebotomy, medication administration, wound care, splinting. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, compassionate care, managing a patient ratio of approximately 1:5 while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes for emergency patients.

Job Title

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

Join a dynamic Emergency Department team in Elmira, New York, serving a diverse patient population in a fast-paced, 48-treatment space facility. This role is ideal for an experienced RN seeking to make a significant impact in a critical care environment.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, compassionate care, managing a patient ratio of approximately 1:5 while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes for emergency patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including triage and prioritization of care for emergency presentations.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring patient responses and adjusting care plans as needed.
• Initiate and manage intravenous (IV) access, perform wound care, and assist with minor procedures.
• Monitor vital signs, interpret cardiac rhythms, and manage emergency interventions, including resuscitation efforts.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic health record system.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions to promote continuity of care.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff, adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.
• Demonstrated experience as an Emergency Room RN in a high-volume setting (e.g., 48+ treatment spaces).
• Ability to effectively manage a patient ratio of approximately 1:5.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Clinical Skills: Advanced triage, critical care management, trauma assessment and intervention, cardiac monitoring and interpretation, IV insertion and phlebotomy, medication administration, wound care, splinting.
• Equipment Proficiency: EKG machines, defibrillators, IV pumps, patient monitors, ventilators (basic understanding and troubleshooting).
• Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork and collaboration, adaptability, strong organizational skills, ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Day/Evening Shift
• Hours: 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM (12-hour shifts)
• Days per week: 3
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
• Assignment Dates: November 1, 2026 - January 30, 2027 (13-week contract).

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.