Emergency Department Trauma Nurse Lead
Augusta, GA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - OR Trauma

Job Details:

• Work nights and weekends in trauma nurse lead position within the emergency room environment
• Focus on initial primary and secondary survey period for trauma patients
• Work with 2 trauma bays in the emergency department
• Required certifications: TNCC (required), ACLS, BLS, PALS
• ENPC certification preferred
• Dress code: RED scrubs top with BLACK scrubs bottom
• Operate Level 1 rapid infuser and HOT LINE equipment
• Use GE care scape (ultrasound), Hamilton vent, CAT tourniquet, and Alaris IV pump
• Documentation through Meditech EMR system
• Perform IV placement, spinal stabilization, splinting, and assist with chest tube procedures
• Assist with traction, central/art line placement, and emergency bedside procedures
• Run mass transfusions through level 1 rapid infuser
• Provide OR assistance when needed
• Must have strong IV background and work effectively in high stress environment
• Demonstrate rapid critical thinking skills
• No floating or on-call requirements

Facility:

This 354-bed healthcare facility is well-known for housing the largest burn center in the country, serving more than 3,000 patients annually. The hospital features the Human Motion Institute to help patients regain mobility, and maintains the shortest emergency room wait times in the Augusta area. The facility offers comprehensive medical services including a Digestive Disease Center, Pelvic Health Institute, and Stroke Center. Staff members consistently praise the facility's supportive culture and strong managerial support.

Location:

Augusta, GA

Augusta offers rich Southern history and charm with the beautiful Augusta Riverwalk featuring live concerts and Saturday markets along the Savannah River. The vibrant downtown area provides excellent dining and nightlife options, and the city is famously home to The Masters golf tournament held annually each April.