Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler, LLC.; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay bonuses

Insurance day 1

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll

Free CEUs

Housing allowance

Travel reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem

Traveler discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ER RN for a Level III trauma ED in Texas, with STEMI and stroke receiving designation. Requires TX or compact RN licensure and EPIC experience for an EMR conversion. Will work 12-hour shifts, evenings/mid-shifts, with every other weekend and rotation with staff.

The role handles high-acuity patients, with 70 daily encounters on average, a 1:3-4 nurse-to-patient ratio, and in-house CT/X-ray support. First-time travelers welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Active TX or compact RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years of ER experience required.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS.
• EPIC experience required due to EMR conversion.
• Must pass Advanced Dysrhythmia exam (83%+), up to three attempts.
• Copy of driver's license required to verify name.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a Level III trauma ED.
• Manage 18 beds with critical rooms and a fast track.
• Support travel staff float as needed.
• Collaborate with ED MDs and midlevels 24/7.
• Read telemetry strips and interpret EKGs.
• Respond to STEMI and stroke activations.
• Adhere to safety and preceptor orientation for new staff.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

PALS

TNCC

NIHSS

Tools

EPIC

MEDITECH

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a Level III trauma, STEMI and stroke receiving Emergency Department, requiring TX or compact RN licensure and EPIC experience for an upcoming EMR conversion.

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of ER experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS
• EPIC experience required due to upcoming EMR conversion
• Must pass the Advanced Dysrhythmia exam (83% or higher) prior to contract signing, with up to three attempts allowed
• Copy of driver's license required at time of consideration to validate legal name matches government-issued ID

Responsibilities

• Level III trauma center with STEMI and Stroke Receiving designation
• 18 beds including 4 critical rooms used for trauma or codes, plus a 6-bed Fast Track
• Separate triage area where travelers are allowed to staff
• ER holds are intermixed and cared for by ER nurses
• One separate psych/seclusion room available
• Security is in-house 24/7 and rounds through the ER
• Treats approximately 70 patients per day on average
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3-4 depending on acuity
• Patient population includes pediatrics, cardiac, STEMI, stroke, some trauma, and general ER cases such as abdominal pain, respiratory, and GI complaints
• Multisystem trauma patients are transferred out to another facility
• Common drips include pressors, sedation, and other standard ER medications
• MD in house 24/7 with 2 midlevels staggered during busy times
• Charge nurse is generally patient-free
• 2 PCTs per shift, who may occasionally be pulled to sit with patients
• Respiratory Therapy in the ER 24/7 performing ABGs, breathing treatments, and managing ventilators; RNs perform EKGs and troubleshoot RT equipment
• No monitor techs on the unit; RNs are required to read and interpret their own telemetry strips
• X-Ray and CT located near the ER with assistance available for transport
• Phlebotomy handles lab draws
• EMR: MEDITECH, transitioning to EPIC
• 12-hour shifts, evenings/mid-shifts with staggered start times (9, 11, 1, 3)
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage worked into rotation with permanent staff
• No call or standby requirement
• Travelers are typically first to float if floating is needed
• Unit/department orientation is 1-3 shifts depending on experience, including a preceptor checkoff packet
• Provide direct patient care in a busy, high-acuity Emergency Department
• May be asked to precept as needed by the unit
• Not responsible for arranging placement for psych patients meeting inpatient criteria; a separate screening team handles setup
• Navy scrub color required, including navy undershirts; scrub jackets optional but must be navy if worn
• Call-outs are strongly discouraged and may lead to termination
• Facility welcomes travelers who are open to extending their assignment
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year; PRN employment through outside staffing firms will be considered
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-763948

Open Positions: 1