RN: ER

Atlas Medstaff; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas MedStaff LLC. is seeking a travel ER nurse for a Kirksville, Missouri assignment. You will care for patients of all ages—from neonates to older adults—in a high‑acuity ED, working 12‑hour night shifts from 6:00 p.m.

to 6:00 a.m. in a 13‑week assignment; 36 hours per week. Responsibilities include triage, rapid assessment, stroke, STEMI, trauma, and sepsis care, IV access, meds, NG/OG and Foley placement, wound care, splinting, and assisting with central/arterial line and chest tube

Responsibilities

• Triage and rapidly assess patients across ESI levels 1–5.
• IV and port access, medication administration, NG/OG and Foley placement.
• Wound care, splinting, and assisting with central line, arterial line and chest tube procedures.
• Weekend coverage is required; team-based care and occasional floating to support other departments.

Job description

Job Description:

Join a travel emergency department assignment in Kirksville, Missouri, caring for patients of all ages—from neonates to older adults—with presentations ranging from urgent conditions to high‑acuity emergencies. Working 12‑hour night shifts from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., you will triage and rapidly assess patients, manage stroke, STEMI, trauma, and sepsis cases, and provide hands‑on emergency care across ESI levels 1–5. Responsibilities include IV and port access, medication administration, NG/OG and Foley placement, wound care, splinting, and assisting with central line, arterial line, and chest tube procedures. Weekend coverage is required, and blocked scheduling may be requested. This team‑based assignment also includes occasional floating to support other departments and coordinating placement for behavioral health patients boarding in the emergency department.

Weather:

Kirksville typically offers crisp, comfortable days and cooler evenings around this time of year, with changing skies and occasional rain. The scenery is often colorful, making it a pleasant season for exploring the area between shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Local parks: Enjoy walking, relaxing, or taking in the seasonal scenery close to Kirksville.
• Downtown exploration: Browse local shops and restaurants for an easy afternoon outing.
• Outdoor recreation: Spend a day hiking, fishing, or enjoying nature in the surrounding area.
• Day trip: Visit Columbia for additional dining, shopping, arts, and entertainment options.
• Day trip: Explore Hannibal for historic attractions, riverfront views, and a change of scenery.

Job Specifics:

Location: Kirksville, Missouri
Shift: 12‑hour nights, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; weekends required
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week