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

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in various clinical areas and demonstrate the ability to handle a diverse range of patient needs effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in Med/Surg, MS/Tele, and Telemetry settings.
• Perform cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias.
• Administer IV insulin protocols and manage endocrine/metabolic conditions.
• Care for patients with gastrointestinal issues, including bariatric surgery and feeding tube management.
• Manage genitourinary/renal conditions, including continuous bladder irrigation and hemodialysis.
• Demonstrate proficiency in IV therapy and phlebotomy, including accessing ports and managing PICC lines.
• Administer medications such as heparin, insulin, and PCA drips.
• Provide neurological and psychiatric care, managing patients pre and post neurosurgery.
• Utilize respiratory management techniques, including BiPAP/CPAP and non-invasive airway management.
• Follow isolation precautions and perform wound care, including Wound VAC management.
• Utilize Epic for documentation and maintain effective communication through SBAR.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and MOAB certifications required.
• Experience with cardiac telemetry and emergency response protocols.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a willingness to float as needed.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in a teaching hospital or community hospital setting.
• Background in trauma level II care.
• Knowledge of thyroidectomy management and tracheostomy care.

Work Schedule

The position requires 12-hour shifts, with the expectation of working every other weekend. Flexibility to work during emergencies, including catastrophic events or mass casualties, is essential. Orientation for this role will be conducted over a 12-hour session.

Unit Details

This role involves working in a high-volume ED Observation unit, where agility and efficiency in transitioning patients to inpatient beds are crucial. The ideal candidate must be comfortable managing a rapid patient flow and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Required Dress Code

Scrubs must be navy blue.

Interview Process

We encourage candidates to submit their availability for interviews in the next 72 hours as part of the application process.