Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Spokane, WA
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess experience in a Level 3 trauma center and demonstrate strong clinical skills in managing a diverse patient population.

Unit Information

• 24 beds available, including 8 behavioral health rooms in a secured unit.
• Patient types include: psychiatric, trauma, general medical, sepsis, cardiac, stroke, abdominal pain, and chest pain.
• RN patient ratios: 1:4-5, with traditional travelers managing up to 1:5-6 with low acuity patients.

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• MOAB/CPI (acceptable to begin without, must complete by October 22, 2024)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) or Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN)

Required Skills

• Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI)
• Conscious sedation administration
• Experience with lines, drains, tubes, and general emergency room skills
• Proficient with EMR systems, specifically EPIC

Unit Support and Resources

• CNA/ER Technicians available on shifts, providing assistance with splints, straight sticks, IV discharges, wound care, and EKGs.
• Receptionist/Health Unit Coordinator available days and nights.
• Charge nurse does not have patient assignments.
• Phlebotomy services available, with RNs managing blood draws.
• Resource Nurse and Respiratory Therapy available 24/7.
• Hospitalist coverage 24/7 and telemetry monitoring at bedside and centrally.
• Access to a dedicated IV/Vascular Access Team.

Orientation and Training

• Nurse graduates receive 1 week of general orientation followed by 24 weeks of unit orientation.
• Preceptors undergo New Employee Orientation (NEO) plus 1-2 shifts with a preceptor and 2-3 weeks on the unit.
• Traditional travelers receive NEO and 1-2 shifts on the unit.

Scheduling Information

• Weekend rotation required every other week.
• Holiday shifts as needed per unit requirements.
• Time off approvals can be requested 7 days in advance, additional requests may be directed to the nurse manager.
• Shifts available include: 0700, 1100, 1200, 1400, or 1900.

Additional Notes

• Utilizes a 1:1 model for Critical Access Patients (CAP).
• Scrub colors: professional/solid colors accepted.
• Free parking available on-site.
• Team-oriented environment with a focus on providing support and a positive experience for all staff, especially new graduates.