Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler, LLC.

Kodiak (AK)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 124,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll

Housing Allowance

Travel Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

Non-taxed Per Diem

Free online CEUs

Traveler Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an Emergency Room RN for urgent care and trauma support on Kodiak Island, Alaska. This travel assignment offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates have 1+ year ER experience, AHA BLS, ACLS, active Alaska license, and willingness to travel.

Join a Joint Commission-certified agency with strong traveler support. Travelers receive housing assistance, per diem, and licensure reimbursements, plus access to online CEUs and a supportive

Qualifications

1+ year of recent ER experience.
Active nursing license as required by Alaska.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
ACLS certification through AHA recommended and may be required.
Specialty-related certifications are preferred and may be required.
Professional References.
Additional job-specific requirements provided by Recruiter.

Responsibilities

Assess a patient's injuries or condition on arrival.
Identify signs and symptoms and communicate assessments to the physician.
Assist in treatment plans, administer IVs, medications, and injections.
Conduct EKGs and other triage elements.
Explain prescriptions and discharge policies to patients.
Educate patients and families about home treatment; work long shifts in busy environment.

Skills

ER Nursing

BLS

ACLS

Clinical Assessment

Patient Care

Job description

American Traveler has an immediate opening for a Emergency Room RN (Urgent Care & Trauma Support) job in Kodiak Island, Alaska. 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 Alaska: Alaska travel assignments are for adventurous healthcare pioneers seeking an adrenaline-packed experience. The wildlife and terrain are fascinating in Alaska, and the opportunities for taking in awesome views are endless.

Job ID: P-768285

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.

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