Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler, LLC.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 2 Trauma Emergency Department in California. The role requires CA licensure and 3–5 years of ED experience, with BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications.

The unit handles 40–160 patients per day across a wide acuity range, including STEMI/CVA cases. RNs work 12-hour evenings with weekend rotation and must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia exam and sterile technique test.

Qualifications

• Active CA RN license required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• 3-5 years of Emergency Department experience required.
• BSN not required for this position.
• Must pass a Relias Dysrhythmia exam before an offer can be confirmed.
• Must pass a sterile technique test on the first day of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Level 2 Trauma Center ER with 26 beds/trauma bays and a 5-bed fast track.
• High-volume unit seeing 40-160 patients per day and ~55,000 visits yearly.
• Population includes adults and pediatrics with trauma and STEMI/CVA cases.
• Care for a diverse ED population including homeless individuals and drug-related issues.
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 3:1 and 4:1; 12-hour evening shifts start at 2:30pm.
• Uses Cerner FirstNet EMR; 24/7 RT and pharmacy support; no floating.

Skills

CA RN license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

NIHSS

ED experience

Cerner FirstNet EMR

Tools

Cerner FirstNet EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 2 Trauma Emergency Department requiring 3-5 years of ED experience and CA licensure.

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications required
• 3-5 years of previous Emergency Department experience required
• BSN not required for this position
• Must pass a Relias Dysrhythmia exam before an offer can be confirmed
• Must pass a sterile technique test (Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes) on the first day of orientation

Responsibilities

• Level 2 Trauma Center ER with 26 beds/trauma bays and a 5-bed fast track (2 exam, 3 bed)
• High-volume unit seeing 40-160 patients per day and roughly 55,000 visits per year
• Patient population spans minor complaints to trauma, including STEMI and CVA receiving center cases, adults and pediatrics, with critical peds transferred to a nearby children's hospital
• Serves a low socioeconomic and homeless population with significant drug abuse cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 3:1 and 4:1
• Uses Cerner FirstNet EMR
• 12-hour evening shifts with a 2:30pm start time, every other weekend required
• Charge nurse does not carry a patient assignment
• No separate psych/seclusion rooms; 2-3 psych patients per day with security/patient sitter always present in waiting area
• RNs perform their own lab draws and must read and interpret their own telemetry strips (no monitor techs)
• RT and pharmacy available 24/7
• 2-3 ED physicians plus midlevels on staff
• No floating required
• Care for a diverse ED population ranging from minor complaints to major trauma
• Work alongside aides who assist with sitting and patient care, and EMAs who perform EKGs, splints, and first aid assistance
• Floor-specific orientation includes a 1-day Education Across Lifespan Trauma module, 1 day with a supervisor, and 2 days with a preceptor
• Must be available to work 2 of the 3 major holidays and rotate holiday coverage with core staff
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• Failing a second attempt at the Relias exam and/or sterile technique test results in ineligibility with this health system's Sacramento region and Arizona facilities for 6 months
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by this health system or its affiliated facilities within the past year

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-771808

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