Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler, LLC.; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

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 summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN with Level I trauma experience and an active IL RN license.

The role requires current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS certifications, with TNCC and CPI preferred. Minimum 1 year in ED trauma is expected; urban Level I trauma ED experience is highly valued. Epic charting experience is a plus for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Active IL RN license required.
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS.
• TNCC and CPI certifications preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of ED experience required, 2 years preferred.
• Prior experience in a Level I Trauma ED.
• Epic charting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care across a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions.
• Manage neurological emergencies including CVA and traumatic brain injury.
• Administer emergency medications including IV vasopressors and sedation.
• Apply and manage splints for orthopedic trauma cases.
• Float as needed; night shifts 3x12h (19:00–07:30).
• 1:4 patient ratio; no block scheduling.

Skills

Trauma care

IV therapy

Phlebotomy

BiPAP/CPAP

12-lead ECG

Dysrhythmia interpretation

Triage

Isolation precautions

PPE

Psychiatric emergency management

Education

IL RN license

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

PALS

TNCC (preferred)

CPI (preferred)

1 year ED experience

2 years ED experience preferred

Tools

Epic charting

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Dept position requiring Level I Trauma experience and current IL RN licensure.

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required, in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, PALS
• TNCC and CPI certifications preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience required, 2 years preferred
• Prior experience in an urban, Level I Trauma ED required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Skilled in trauma care including gunshot wounds, traumatic amputation, and shock/trauma management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG
• Proficient in triage and isolation precautions/PPE
• Experience managing psychiatric emergencies including acute psychosis, suicidal patients, and violent behavior
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, ventilated patients, and ABG interpretation

Responsibilities

• Level I Trauma Center Emergency Department serving combined adult/pediatric patients
• 1:4 patient ratio
• Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required
• Uses Epic charting system, experience preferred
• No block scheduling accommodations
• Provide emergency care across a wide range of adult and pediatric conditions including respiratory infections, seizures, sickle cell crisis, and spinal cord injuries
• Manage neurological emergencies such as CVA, traumatic brain injury, and ICP monitoring
• Administer emergency medications including IV vasopressors and procedural sedation
• Apply and manage splints for orthopedic trauma cases
• Maximum RTO of 7 days, with no more than 3 days off and no RTO during the first or last week of contract
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• Former UChicago Medicine or Ingalls staff must have a 7-month break in service before returning as a traveler

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-761366

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