Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
South Charleston, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Emergency Department role requiring ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, and a WV or compact license.

Responsibilities

• Position is in an acute care ER that is a P4 Trauma Center
• 28-bed ED with 2 designated trauma/code rooms and a fast-track area
• Treats a diverse patient population including infant through geriatric, handling trauma, cardiac, sepsis, and overdose cases
• RN to patient ratio is 1:4
• Night shift schedule: 6:45 pm to 7:15 am, three 12-hour shifts per week, every other weekend, and holidays as needed
• Block scheduling allowed though specific rotations (such as 6 on/8 off) are not guaranteed
• Uses Epic EMR system
• No floating or on-call required
• RNs are responsible for managing their own ER holds unless additional float staff are provided
• Support includes 24/7 in-house security, ED physicians, mid-levels, ER techs, and house supervisor
• Respiratory therapy available 24/7 by call to ER, with equipment such as vents, Cpap, BiPap, and high flow oxygen available
• Orientation includes general hospital orientation, full nursing orientation, computer training, and two 12-hour precepted shifts
• Solid navy scrubs are required for RN/LPNs; solid color undershirts and closed-toed shoes only
• Candidates must live at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not eligible
• Past employees must have a two-year break from any WVU Medicine location before reapplying as traveler
• First day includes hospital and unit-specific orientation

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 1 year recent ER experience required
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS (AHA), PALS, TNCC
• Experience with critical care skills, including management of cardiac dysrhythmias, critical drips, BiPap, Cpap, mechanical ventilation, and radial ABG draws
• Ability to interpret bedside monitor strips, as there are no dedicated monitor techs

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