Local Contract Nurse RN - Acute Care
Utica, NY
WCS Healthcare Partners
3x12 hrs

WCS Healthcare is currently seeking an experienced  Emergency Room Registered Nurse  for a contract  assignment at a highly respected hospital in Utica, New York. This role is ideal for a clinically strong RN who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is confident caring for patients experiencing life‑threatening conditions.  

Job Function:  

• Shifts: 12 hours (36 hours weekly) | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM  
• Manage the care of adult and/or pediatric patients with critical, life‑threatening conditions requiring rapid  assessment and high‑intensity interventions.  
• Provide emotional support, education, and clear communication to patients and families during  emergency situations.  
• Collaborate closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, recognizing when early intervention is needed.  
• Prepare patients for surgery, imaging, and diagnostic procedures.
• Perform essential  emergency procedures including IV insertion, medication administration, blood draws, and airway support (intubation  assistance).  
• Maintain  accurate  and  timely  documentation in the EMR.  

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of is required (including some Pediatric ED experience).3+ years of Emergency Department (ED) experience

• Previous travel experience is strictly required and must be documented on the resume.

• Charge Nurse Capability: Highly preferred.

• Active New York State Nursing License (NURSYS verification required at submission).

• TNCC is required.

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications are required.

• EMR Experience: EPIC experience is required.

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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