Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Charleston, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department night shift with a WV or compact RN license and strong trauma experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 24-bed Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department
• Care for patients from infants to geriatrics with a broad range of emergencies, including neurological, orthopedic, psychiatric, and renal cases
• High psychiatric patient volume with boarding of multiple high-acuity patients
• Patient ratios are 4:1
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts (7p-7a) with every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating may be required within scope to meet facility needs
• Blocked scheduling may be possible and can be discussed during interview
• Responsibilities include managing a diverse, high-acuity ED patient population and initiating trauma protocols as needed
• No separate psych area; nurses must care for psychiatric patients within the main ED area
• First-time travelers are accepted if all experience requirements are met
• Permanent employees are not eligible to return as travelers until two years after last date worked
• Local candidates within 75 miles are not eligible; those between 75-100 miles may be considered for facility approval

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license required; pending license accepted but must be active to start
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with at least 1 year of Emergency Department experience
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and CPI (CPI can be obtained prior to start)
• Experience with IV starts and telemetry required
• COVID vaccination or approved exemption required for consideration
• Flu vaccination required during flu season (October 1 to March 31) unless medically exempt

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