Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler, LLC.; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay & bonuses

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly payroll deposits

Free online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. seeks an Emergency Room RN travel nurse for urgent care and trauma support in Hazel Crest, IL. The role emphasizes high-acuity ER care and patient education in a fast-paced hospital environment.

The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, with employer-sponsored insurance, retirement options, and continuing education support. Travel RN assignments provide professional growth and stability.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of recent ER experience in a fast-paced setting.
• Valid nursing license as required by Illinois state law.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred or may be required.
• Specialty-related certifications are preferred and may be required.
• Professional references available upon request.
• Additional job requirements provided by Recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Assess a patient's injuries or condition upon arrival in the ER.
• Identify signs and symptoms; communicate assessment to the physician.
• Administer IVs, medications, and injections; perform EKGs and triage tasks.
• Educate the patient and family about discharge instructions and care at home.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Assessment of patient condition

Triage

IV administration

EKG performance

Education

IL RN license

BLS Certification (AHA)

ACLS Certification (AHA)

Tools

AHA BLS/ACLS

Job description

American Traveler has an immediate opening for a Emergency Room RN (Urgent Care & Trauma Support) job in Hazel Crest, Illinois. RN travelers who work with us receive a highly competitive pay and benefits package. You'll enjoy the personalized client service that has earned us high ratings from travelers nationwide -- and the security that comes from working with an established, Joint Commission-certified agency.

More about traveling in Illinois:Illinois travel assignments can take you to quaint towns or big cities -- Chicago for one. This America's Heartland state is known for winning sports franchises, agricultural production and friendly residents.

Job ID: P-772336

Requirements

• 1+ year of recent experience in this specialty and setting
• Valid nursing license as required by this state
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through AHA recommended and may be required
• Specialty-related certifications are preferred and may be required
• Professional References
• Additional job specific requirements will be provided by your Recruiter

Responsibilities

Emergency Room nurses are responsible for assessing a patient's injuries or condition upon arrival. A successful Emergency Dept nurse must have excellent attention to detail and verbal communication skills. The nurse must be able to identify signs and symptoms and communicate the assessment of the patient to the physician. The ER nurse assists in implementing treatment plans, explaining prescription information, administering IVs, medications, and injections, and conducting EKGs and other triage elements. Emergency room nurses must understand hospital discharge policies, as well as government policies on treating, transferring, and discharging patients from the hospital. When patients are being discharged from the ER, emergency room nurses must educate the patient and patient's family about home treatment. Ideal candidates for emergency room travel nurse positions combine a calm temperament with the ability to work long shifts in a stressful and busy environment.

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-772336

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