Travel ED Charge Nurse

Premiere Healthcare Staffing; Windham (ME); On-site; USD 67,840 - 94,048; Full time

Job summary

Premiere Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Travel Emergency Department Charge Nurse for an assignment in Lewiston, Maine. You’ll oversee ED operations, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality patient care across day and night shifts on a 12-week contract.

Requirements include an active RN license, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, plus at least one year in an ED setting with supervisory experience. Competitive weekly pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• RN license and state-specific nursing license required.
• BLS (AHA) certification required on hire and maintained.
• ACLS (AHA) certification required on hire and maintained.
• PALS (AHA) certification required on hire and maintained.
• Minimum of one year of ED hospital staff nurse experience; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees ED operations and nursing staff during assigned shifts.
• Manages staffing, scheduling, and patient assignments.
• Supervises, coaches, and supports staff development.
• Assists with performance management and HR-related activities.
• Monitors supplies, equipment, and unit readiness; coordinates patient flow, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Addresses patient care concerns and escalates issues as needed.
• Rounds with patients and families to support a positive experience.
• Provides direct patient care when needed to maintain safe staffing levels.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Patient care coordination

Education

RN License

BLS (AHA)

ACLS (AHA)

PALS (AHA)

Job description

Travel Emergency Department Charge Nurse – Lewiston, Maine

• Position: Travel ED Charge Nurse
• Location: Lewiston, Maine
• Department: Emergency Services
• Shifts Available: Days and Nights
• Assignment Length: 12 weeks
• Pay: up to $1,491.84 –$2,067.48 gross pay per week; equivalent to $41.44– $57.43 per hour.
• Paid Weekly
• Additional $3/hour differential paid on top of the base rate.
• Award-winning hospital partners across the nation
• Dedicated career specialists to support you every step of the way
• Immediate and flexible opportunities to create your career journey
• Tailored career pathway where you can thrive personally and professionally

Responsibilities

• Oversees ED operations and nursing staff during assigned shifts. Ensures safe, high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance.
• Manages staffing, scheduling, and patient assignments.
• Supervises, coaches, and supports staff development.
• Assists with performance management and HR-related activities.
• Monitors supplies, equipment, and unit readiness. Coordinates patient flow, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Addresses patient care concerns and escalates issues as needed.
• Rounds with patients and families to support a positive experience.
• Provides direct patient care when needed to maintain safe staffing levels.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License
• Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
• Minimum of one year as a staff nurse in an acute care hospital setting, E.D. setting required.
• PALS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
• Previous supervisory experience, required.
• Minimum of one year as a staff nurse in an acute care hospital setting, E.D. setting required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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