Emergency/MedSurg Float RN
Webster, SD
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Emergency Department/Med-Surg position requiring 3 years of ER and Med-Surg experience and ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Critical Access Hospital with a combined Emergency Department and Med-Surg unit
• Acute care setting with 10 patient rooms, averaging 4 patients per day
• Patients include med/surg, outpatient, and emergency department cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio averages 1:2 or 1:3, with a maximum of 1:6
• Equipment includes EPIC EMR, Philips central monitor/telemetry, and Lifepak 15
• Nights, 12-hour shifts with every other weekend required
• Floating daily between med/surg, outpatient, and emergency department as part of minimum staffing of 2 RNs and typically a PCT or LPN
• Orientation tailored to traveler needs, including day and night shadow shifts
• RNs are expected to be able to work in the ER and cover as charge nurse when needed
• RNs perform procedures such as IV starts and foley catheter insertion
• Team structure includes 2 RNs with support from a PCT or LPN
• Navy scrubs required
• Travelers who previously worked for Sanford Health must have an employment gap of at least 6 months prior to consideration
• Local candidates within 80 miles are accepted but are eligible for a pay adjustment

Requirements

• Active SD or Compact RN license
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience, including at least 2 years in ER and 2 years in Med-Surg
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Critical Access Hospital experience preferred but not required

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts