Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ER RN for a Level 3 Trauma Center requiring 3-5 years of Level 3+ ER experience and EPIC proficiency.

Details

• Work in a 24-bed Emergency Department, including 8 behavioral health rooms in a locked unit
• Patient population includes psych, trauma, general medical, sepsis, cardiac, stroke, and abdominal/chest pain cases
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4-5, with low acuity patients up to 1:5-6 for traditional travelers
• 12-hour evening shifts (1400-0230) with rotating weekends every other week
• Holiday coverage required as needed per unit
• No floating required, though traditional travelers may occasionally help at a free standing ER or elsewhere within the facility
• EPIC EMR used facility-wide, required for all RNs
• Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing system in use
• Centralized and bedside telemetry monitoring available
• 24/7 RT and hospitalist support, with physicians and mid-level providers on-site
• CNA/ER tech support available (2-4 per shift) for splinting, straight sticks, IV discontinuation, wound care, and EKGs

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC
• MOAB/CPI certification preferred but not required to start
• 3-5 years of ER experience in a Level 3 or higher trauma center required
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Proficient in RSI, conscious sedation, and lines/drains/tubes management
• General ER skills required

Additional Information

• Work in a Level 3 Trauma Center with a Level 3 NICU
• Unit culture described as supportive with strong teamwork, though the environment can be stressful
• Utilizes a 1:1 preceptor model for new grad nurses
• Scrubs may be any professional, solid color
• Free parking available on-site
• Time off requests approved for up to 7 days, with additional requests requiring nurse manager approval
• First-time travelers welcome to apply as traditional travelers