Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in a high-volume emergency department seeing approximately 180–200 visits per day, serving a patient population ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. Why Join Us Work in a well-supported emergency department with 24/7 dedicated respiratory therapy, on-campus pharmacy coverage, central monitoring technicians, and consistent security and patient sitter resources.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Albany, GA
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
Location
Albany, GA
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Mid Shift | Onsite | Every other weekend and every other holiday required
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care in a high-volume emergency department seeing approximately 180–200 visits per day, serving a patient population ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics
Manage a patient ratio of 1:4, performing independent lab draws and IV starts
Care for a diverse case mix including trauma, CVA, orthopedic, and neurological presentations; facility is a designated CVA center
Monitor and manage ventilated patients held in the ED until admission, in coordination with 24/7 dedicated respiratory therapy staff
Document and manage patient care using Meditech 6.15 EMR
Adhere to department dress code (Caribbean Blue scrubs only) and complete all required orientation shifts within the first week of assignment
Required Qualifications
Active RN license in good standing
Minimum 5 years of Emergency Room nursing experience
At least 1 prior travel nursing assignment
Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ACLS or NIHSS, and CPI
Proficiency with Meditech EMR (version 6.15 experience required)
Preferred Experience / Skills
Experience working in a high-acuity, high-volume emergency department environment
Familiarity with behavioral health protocols and working alongside a dedicated psychiatric lock-down unit within the ED
Experience collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams including paramedics, nurse aides, central monitoring techs, and pharmacy staff
Why Join Us
Work in a well-supported emergency department with 24/7 dedicated respiratory therapy, on-campus pharmacy coverage, central monitoring technicians, and consistent security and patient sitter resources
Join a structured, team-oriented environment with robust physician and APP coverage across all shifts