Travel RN - Emergency Dept

American Traveler, LLC.; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay and bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

Job summary

American Traveler, LLC. is hiring an experienced Emergency Room RN for a Level 2 Trauma Center in California. The ideal candidate has strong ER travel experience, CA RN license, and Epic proficiency to support high-acuity patients.

This assignment requires 12-hour shifts, rotation of day/evening starts, and a 36-hour work week with every-other weekend. Perks include housing allowance and travel reimbursement to ensure seamless onboarding.

Qualifications

• Active CA RN license required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, NIHSS certifications required.
• CEN and TNCC certifications strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years ER experience; 3-5 years preferred.
• Prior ER travel experience required.
• Strong Epic experience with documented history of use.
• Trauma and pediatric experience strongly preferred.
• Must reside within 50 mile radius.

Responsibilities

• Manage Level 2 Trauma Center Emergency Department with 44 beds.
• Handle daily census of 190–200 patients with fast discharge turnover.
• Maintain nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4.
• Triage ambulance patients at bedside in a fast-paced ED environment.
• Document care in Epic; administer meds and run EKGs; support team 24/7.

Skills

ER nursing

Travel nursing

Critical thinking

Education

CA RN license

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Room RN for a Level 2 Trauma Center requiring strong ER travel experience and Epic proficiency.

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA only) or ENPC, and NIHSS certifications required
• CEN and TNCC certifications strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent ER experience required; 3-5 years preferred
• Prior ER travel experience required
• Strong, demonstrable Epic experience required with work history reflecting Epic use
• Trauma and pediatric experience strongly preferred
• Must reside within a 50 mile radius
• Superior professional references required
• No active per diem positions permitted while on assignment

Responsibilities

• Level 2 Trauma Center Emergency Department with 44 beds
• Average daily census of 190-200 patients with fast discharge turnover and occasional inpatient holds
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4
• Patient population includes STEMI, stroke, syncope, weakness, trauma, and falls with a high elderly demographic
• 12-hour rotating shifts (day/evening) with varied start times (5a, 7a, 9a, 10a, 11a) and must be willing to work all listed start times
• 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• No floating required
• No charge nurse responsibilities
• Documentation via Epic and medication management via Pyxis
• Support available from ER Techs, Physician Assistants, Respiratory Therapy, and Anesthesia 24/7
• RNs perform IV starts, venipuncture, and EKGs; RT manages vents, breathing treatments, and ABGs
• Specialized equipment includes arterial lines in trauma, Hospira infusion pumps, and pediatric syringe pumps
• Responsible for triaging ambulance patients at bedside and managing a fast-paced ED environment
• Strong critical thinking skills required to manage high-acuity and high-volume patient flow
• Patient population is well-educated and vocal, with a major facility focus on patient experience and nursing excellence
• Orientation includes 2 ED shifts (24 hours total) plus 1 shift with an educator (4-6 hours)
• One major holiday coverage required; manager is unable to approve holiday time off requests
• Dress code includes professional-colored scrubs (no denim), non-skid closed-toe shoes, minimal jewelry, and neat hair/facial hair
• Nail polish must be chip-free with no gels, acrylics, or extensions
• Good teamwork and a positive attitude are emphasized
• Candidates with significant ED experience and minimal orientation needs may be considered without prior travel experience

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-775490

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