Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse to join our team in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking skills and demonstrate exceptional patient care across a wide range of clinical scenarios, from pediatrics to geriatrics.
General Information
- Level II Trauma Center
- Level IV NICU
- Average of 140-150 patients per day
- Capacity: 60 beds (Including inpatient holding and psych rooms)
Patient Types
We provide care for various patient types, including:
- Trauma cases
- Gunshot wounds (GSW)
- Sepsis
- COVID-19
- STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction)
- Stroke
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Mental health emergencies
- Respiratory issues
- Adult psychiatric patients
- Chest pain
Patient Ratios
The standard nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4, with the ability to flex to 1:5 in low-acuity situations.
Required Qualifications
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, CPI/MOAB
- Traveler Competency Exam
Essential Skills
Candidates must have strong general emergency department experience, including:
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation
- IV insertion and management
- Knowledge of medication administration and drips
- Experience with procedural sedation
- Familiarity with blood administration procedures
- Cardiac medication protocols
- Experience with EMR systems (EPIC required)
Unit Support
Our emergency department is supported by:
- Emergency Room Technicians
- Charge Nurses (rarely take assignments)
- Resource/Float Nurses (as needed)
- Respiratory Therapists (available 24/7)
- ED Educator
- Security personnel (24/7)
- House Supervisors (24/7)
- Pharmacy support (24/7, assists in codes)
Orientation and Training
Orientation includes:
- First-day basics: Badge issuance and EPIC training (if needed)
- 3-4 days of 12-hour shifts with a preceptor
- Completion of Traveler Telemetry Competency Exam prior to starting
Scheduling
Shifts may include:
- Days: 0700-1900, 0900-2100
- Mids: 1100-2300, 1300-0100
- Nights: 1500-0300, 1900-0700
Rotation includes weekends every other week. Time off requests are permitted for up to 5 days. Holiday expectations include working 3 out of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day).
Additional Information
- Scrub colors: Any professional color acceptable
- Piercings: Modest/studs only; tattoos must not be offensive
- Parking: Free in designated areas
- Culture: Friendly to travelers; many choose to extend their contracts