Emergency Department RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level I Trauma Emergency Department position requiring trauma experience and AZ or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a Level I Trauma Emergency Department within an acute care hospital setting
• Assigned to the ER with a 1:4 RN-to-patient ratio
• Must be willing to float between ERs at four campus locations, potentially including midshift float
• Handles trauma, burns, cardiac, and high-acuity adult patients; pediatrics are transferred out
• Unit includes 36 acute beds, 54 subacute beds, and 6 trauma bays
• Weekend requirement is 4 shifts per 4-week period, night shifts of 12 hours
• Patient volume is 250-300 per day with high acuity and 30-40 psych holds typical
• Uses Cerner EMR; experience preferred
• Telemetry monitored on Phillips equipment; must be able to read strips
• Ancillary support includes PCTs, charge nurses, 24/7 RT, and pharmacy on site
• Responsibilities include rapid assessment, trauma resuscitation, and care for a high-acuity patient population
• SIMs Lab and orientation cover skills such as Foley catheter and port-a-cath insertion, with strict sterile technique adherence required
• Testing requirements are pass/fail with only two attempts allowed
• Scrub color is navy
• Previous employees of any CommonSpirit facility within the last year are not eligible
• Must be able to float within designated ERs and provide own transportation
• Holiday coverage may be required as scheduled by unit
• No first-time travelers or those lacking trauma experience will be considered

Requirements

• Active unencumbered AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of ER nursing experience, with at least 1 year in a Level I Trauma Center as permanent staff or traveler (8 months+ may be considered)
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS required; TNCC and ATCN preferred
• Must pass Relias Dysrhythmia exam and sterile technique skills validation before orientation
• Must submit two professional references: one supervisor from the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years
• Candidate must provide a valid driver’s license for residency verification
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Clean-shaven for fit testing; natural hair color and no facial piercings required for compliance

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