Emergency Room Nurse
Artesia, NM
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department position requiring 5 years of ED experience and a compact or NM RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Emergency Department of an acute care hospital
• 5-bed ER unit with 2 trauma bays and average daily census of 40-50 patients
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:3
• Shifts are 12 hours, nights, with every other weekend required
• No call or floating duties required
• Community hospital currently working towards Level IV trauma designation
• CPSI charting system is used
• Cares for patients ranging from minor injuries to major traumas, including crush injuries, burns, and traumatic amputations
• Must complete approximately 20 hours of required modules prior to starting on the unit
• One to two days of unit-specific orientation with a preceptor is provided
• Security is onsite 24/7, and the unit is supported by an ED physician at all times
• Must wear navy blue scrubs; jackets allowed if they do not have a hood
• Holiday rotation may be required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active NM or compact state RN license required
• Minimum of 5 years recent Emergency Department experience required
• Certifications needed: BLS (AHA), ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, NIHSS
• Must be able to mix and titrate critical drips such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, Epinephrine, and Insulin
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry and EKG strips
• Previous Level 1 or 2 trauma ED experience is accepted

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