Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Room RN for a fast-paced Level 2 trauma center, requiring prior ER travel experience and strong EPIC proficiency.

Details

• Level 2 trauma Emergency Department with 44 beds and an average daily census of 190-200 patients
• High patient turnover with occasional inpatient admissions held in the ED
• Patient population includes STEMI, stroke, syncope, weakness, trauma, and falls with a high elderly demographic
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4
• Travelers perform bedside triage of ambulance patients
• 12-hour rotating evening/night shifts covering 3:30 PM-4:00 AM with varied start times (1p-1a, 3p-3a, 5p-5a, 7p-7a), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation required every other weekend
• One major holiday coverage required
• No floating, charge duties, or on-call requirements
• Documentation via Epic and medication administration via Pyxis
• Support staff includes ER techs, respiratory therapy and anesthesia available 24/7, and PAs on the unit
• Special equipment includes arterial lines in trauma, Hospira infusion pumps, and pediatric syringe pumps

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS (AHA only), PALS (AHA only) or ENPC, and NIHSS
• CEN and TNCC strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience required, with 2 years specifically in Emergency Room specialty
• 3-5 years of experience preferred along with trauma and pediatric experience
• Prior ER travel experience required
• Strong EPIC experience required, with work history documenting EPIC use
• Must reside within a 50 mile radius
• Superior professional references required
• Must not currently hold an active per diem position

Additional Information

• Critical thinking and strong multitasking skills required to manage a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Patient population is well-informed and may be vocal about care concerns, making patient experience and nursing excellence a major focus
• Orientation consists of 2 ED shifts (24 hours total) plus 1 shift with an educator (4-6 hours)
• RNs may draw blood for IV line insertion as needed, though phlebotomy and transport support are available 24/7
• Respiratory therapy manages all ventilators, breathing treatments, and ABGs
• Case managers and social workers available most days from 7a-11p
• Professional appearance required: scrubs any color (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
• Strong teamwork and a positive attitude are emphasized on this unit
• Holiday time off requests cannot be approved by the manager