Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
North Adams, MA
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Room (ER)

Job Description

The Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) plays a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. This position involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients in the Emergency Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and prioritize patient needs in the emergency setting.
• Provide direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications and treatments.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Document patient assessments and care plans accurately and in a timely manner.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans and discharge instructions.
• Adhere to safety protocols and infection control standards.

Schedule & Requirements

This position requires a commitment to 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with a total of 36 hours per week. The candidate must be available to work every other weekend and holidays as needed. Please note that block scheduling and 48-hour guarantees are not available for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of current experience in an Emergency Department environment is required.
• Completion of a Basic Dysrhythmia course is strongly preferred.
• Certifications required at the time of application include:
  • Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Active American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Active Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
  • Active American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Experience with Meditech Expanse is strongly preferred.
• Must possess a current Massachusetts RN License.
• Must have own transportation for this assignment.

Additional Information

All requests for time off must be communicated at the time of application, with a maximum of 5 days accepted. Additionally, travelers may be required to work during specific holiday periods including Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Personal scrubs of any color are acceptable. Please ensure that all required documentation is complete and available upon application submission.