Emergency Room Nurse
Klamath Falls, OR
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Evenings

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 3 Emergency Department position requiring at least one completed travel assignment and strong mental health skills.

Responsibilities

• Position is in the Emergency Room of an acute care hospital
• Level 3 trauma center with a diverse patient population including trauma, stroke, DKA, CP, and COPD
• Shift options include evenings, nights, and mid shifts with alternate work week schedules (e.g., 48/24 vs 36/36)
• Required to work every other weekend and must be willing to work any scheduled shift block with advanced notice
• Pyxis medication system and Spacelabs monitors in use with monitor tech coverage 24/7
• EPIC used for EMR documentation
• Separate triage area and separate psych hold rooms within the ED
• Respiratory therapy equipment including vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow systems available
• Onsite X-Ray and CT available in the ER
• No float, call, or standby requirements
• Responsible for managing ER holds and supporting psychiatric patient care in designated areas
• Collaborate with dedicated charge nurses, house supervisors, ED techs, sitters, and respiratory therapists
• At least 2 days of unit-specific orientation provided before starting a rotation
• Scrub color is flexible; any scrubs are allowed
• You will receive at least one major holiday off per contract (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Independence Day, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, or Labor Day)
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this assignment
• Housing availability in the area may be limited; researching options prior to accepting the assignment is recommended

Requirements

• Active Oregon RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years of recent Emergency Department RN experience
• Proof of one previous completed travel assignment
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, and either ENPC or PALS
• Strong experience working with mental health, ETOH, and overdose cases
• Comfortable with EPIC documentation

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