Travel Nurse RN - ER/Trauma - $1,571 to $1,671 per week in Des Moines, IA

TravelNurseSource; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Travel Nurse RN specializing in ER/Trauma for a 13-week assignment in Des Moines, IA. Candidates will engage in high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency setting while enjoying competitive weekly pay and comprehensive benefits. The role necessitates strong clinical skills, efficient communication under pressure, and a commitment to patient safety.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off after 1560 hours

401(k) matching

24/7 recruiter support

Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as an ER RN is required.
• Valid RN license compliant with state regulations.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Clinical skills

Education

Valid RN license

Current BLS certification

Current ACLS certification

Current PALS Certification

Job description

Travel Nurse RN - ER/Trauma - $1,571 to $1,671 per week in Des Moines, IA

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Pay Information

$1,571 to $1,671 per week

About The Position

Travel ER RN

Company: Fusion Medical Staffing

Location: Facility in Des Moines, IA

Job Details

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled ER RN for a 13 week travel assignment in Des Moines, IA. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as an ER RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
• Current ACLS certification (AHA/ARC)
• Current PALS (AHA / ARC) or ENPC Certification
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• TNCC, NIHSS, CPI, NRP and SANE certifications
• Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position
  
  

Summary

The Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) delivers rapid-response, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency department setting. This role involves assessing patient conditions, implementing urgent care plans, administering life-saving treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, efficient, patient-centered care in critical situations. The ER RN demonstrates strong clinical skills, exceptional critical thinking abilities, excellent communication under pressure, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics.

Essential Work Functions

• Rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival prioritizing care based on the severity of their condition
• Explain emergency procedures and treatments to patients and families
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved emergency nursing techniques and protocols
• Prepare equipment and aid physicians during emergency treatments and examinations
• Monitor patient comfort and safety throughout their time in the emergency department, responding to immediate needs
• Observe and document patient conditions as required within scope of practice
• Take and monitor vital signs using clinical judgment to address deviations and prevent complications
• Respond to life-saving situations based upon emergency nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
• Document comprehensive nursing assessments interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records (EMR)
• Initiate patient education plans according to individualized needs, considering the acute nature of emergency care
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, specialists, paramedics, social workers and other support staff to ensure comprehensive care
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
  
  

Required Essential Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, & communicate in the English language is required
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities - Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending
• Interpersonal Skills - To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.
• Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate.
  
  

Benefits Include

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
  
  

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you — that’s why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

Other Duties Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

Start your rewarding career as a Travel ER RN with Fusion Medical Staffing and join our mission to improve lives. Apply now!

• Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer
  
  

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About Fusion Medical Staffing

Fusion Medical Staffing provides career opportunities to healthcare professionals by helping medical facilities fill their staffing needs. Fusion staffs a variety of specialties within the nursing and allied healthcare fields. We offer competitive pay packages and the benefits that travelers deserve. We pride ourselves on our communication skills, accurate job transparency, and traveler-first mentality. At Fusion, you can actually choose your own adventure!

Fusion started staffing therapists in 2009, and has since expanded to specialties within the nursing, long-term care, home health, cath lab, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, and radiology fields. We continue to seek out the best talent in the healthcare industry. Our travelers provide the hands that help heal and save patients' lives, and they will continue to fill our client's facilities nationwide. Fusion is committed to transparency and putting our traveler's needs, wants, and preferences first; that means having our travelers be in the driver’s seat of their own careers. When you put your trust in Fusion, we will help you excel in your career and expand your experience.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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