Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a busy Emergency Department position requiring MI license in hand and 3+ years of combined adult/pediatric ED experience.

Details

• 27-bed Emergency Department in a rural hospital that is a Primary Stroke Center and pursuing Trauma IV designation
• Average daily census of 76 patients across all age groups from neonates to geriatrics
• Staffing ratio of 1:4-5 patients on all shifts
• Treats full range of ED presentations including chest pain, respiratory distress, mental health evaluations, OB/GYN emergencies, sepsis, stroke, trauma, and cardiac arrest
• Unit features 2 designated resuscitation rooms, 4 dedicated mental health rooms, and a SANE-dedicated room with forensic nurse on call
• 24/7 coverage by board-certified ED providers, charge nurses, triage nurses, and house supervisors
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 18:30-07:00
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within service line/scope of practice as needed
• Uses Pyxis medication system and Epic EMR

Requirements

• Active MI RN license required in hand (no exceptions)
• Minimum 3 years of ED nursing experience required
• Combined adult/pediatric ED experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, TNCC
• CPI certification preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• 1:4 patient ratio experience required
• Skilled in dysrhythmia interpretation and management, blood product administration, central line care, phlebotomy, and IV starts
• Experience with continuous IV sedation, IV vasopressors, and procedural sedation administration
• Proficient in CPAP/BiPAP management, ABG interpretation, and care of ventilated patients
• Experience with CVA, neuro-trauma, traumatic brain injury, and ortho-trauma cases
• Experience with gunshot wounds and isolation precautions/PPE
• Two professional references from within the last 24 months required
• SSN, DOB, and AHA certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide emergency nursing care across the full spectrum of patient ages and acuities
• Navy scrub color required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted
• Previous perm staff must have a 1-year break in service before returning as a travel candidate
• Requested time off of 7+ days requires manager approval; no time off permitted on holidays or the days before/after holidays
• Floating to other units and/or facilities is an expectation for all travelers