TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Chesapeake, Virginia, 23320!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Emergency Room
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in Emergency Department
License: Active Virginia or Compact RN license required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC
Must-Have:
- Proficiency in Epic
- No prior license or background hits
- Previous travel experience required
Description:
Client is located in the beautiful Coastal Virginia region, offering hiking trails and waterways to explore.
This position is for the Emergency Room.
The schedule requires working every other weekend and holidays within the contract.
Patient ratios are typically 1:4.
This may increase to 1:6 for Medical-Surgical hold patients.
Stroke patients are assigned 1:1 until admitted or through the tPA treatment window.
STEMI and cardiac arrest patients are also assigned 1:1.
No psychiatric patients are in the care.
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of Emergency Department experience.
Candidates must have previous travel experience.
An active Virginia or Compact RN license must be in hand at the time of application.
Candidates must be proficient in Epic, with no exceptions.
Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS.
TNCC certification is also required.
Candidates must undergo EKG testing and meet a passing rate.
Modules are required and must be completed prior to the start date.
The unit has a daily census of 180 with interdisciplinary support teams in place.
The department has a split flow area for ESI level 3 patients and a vertical care area for ESI 4/5 patients.
The facility is a comprehensive stroke center and chest pain accredited.
All candidates must comply with fit testing requirements.
The position does not accommodate a PAPR.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate sufficient skills in managing various emergency situations.