American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Room RN for a Level I trauma teaching hospital, requiring Level II ED experience and ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications.
Requirements
- Active RN license (AR or Compact) required
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications required
- CEN or TCRN certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in similar-paced, high-acuity ED setting required
- Level I trauma experience required
- Level II ED experience required
- Comprehensive Stroke Certification experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Level I trauma, teaching hospital Emergency Department with 35 main ED beds, 7 ACE spaces, 4 hallway spaces, and a 16-bed CDU
- Treats adult patients 18+ with high-acuity conditions including CVA, STEMI, SCC, and psych cases
- Patient ratio of 1:3-4, adjusted for ICU-level care
- 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 36 hours per week
- Self-scheduling used to meet unit needs with varying rotation schedules
- Weekend requirement of every third weekend with no on-call responsibilities
- Holiday coverage required for 2 winter holidays and 1 summer holiday
- Uses Epic documentation system
- Specialized equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, EVD, Camino, transvenous pacers, chest tubes, art lines, and ventilators
- Respiratory therapy and anesthesia support available 24/7
- ECMO occasionally placed in the ED with dedicated staff support
- Provide primary nursing care within a high-acuity, comprehensive stroke-certified Emergency Department
- Perform high-risk cardiac GTT, mass transfusion protocols, TPA administration, and EKGs
- Work alongside APRNs on the unit from 9am-9pm and CNA/PCT support available on all shifts
- 3-6 days of orientation provided
- Dress code includes royal blue scrubs per policy and closed-toe shoes per policy
- Floating not required for this position
- No charge nurse responsibilities required
- Prior travel experience not required, making this position open to first-time travelers
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs