Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Wilmington, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Days

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a position within the ED Holding Support located in the Float Pool. This role involves patient care for individuals awaiting inpatient beds in a high-paced environment.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse will provide care in the ED Holding unit, which manages patients with various medical and surgical adult diagnoses. Some patients may require Progressive Care Unit (PCU) level interventions. The successful candidate will be responsible for taking MS/Tele cases and may be required to float to the Emergency Department and Med-Surg areas as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced ED Holding unit.
• Manage a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:6-7 in MS/Tele settings and 1:3-4 for PCU patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Assist in the transition of care for patients awaiting inpatient beds.
• Participate in Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team assignments as required.
• Maintain effective communication through documentation systems including Pyxis and Epic.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required.
• Two years of nursing experience, with specific experience in MS/Tele and ER holding.
• Experience in travel nursing is preferred.
• Ability to keep pace in a high-demand unit.
• CPI certification is preferred.

Contract Details

• Shift: 12-hour days.
• Contracts available for 36 and 48 hours, with longer contracts accepted through 2027.
• Every other weekend and holiday work is required.
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per contract.
• Unit orientation will be 12 hours.

Special Equipment

• Standard medical equipment including cardiac monitors and IV pumps.
• Familiarity with electronic medication and documentation systems.

Join our team to make a difference in patient care in a dynamic and supportive environment.