Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Albuquerque, NM
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN with a NM or compact license and current ED experience for a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Work in an emergency department of an urgent and emergency care facility
• Patient population includes a wide range of emergency cases in a large, high-acuity ED
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, three days per week
• Epic EMR is used; experience preferred but on-site training is available
• Provide direct care using the nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of emergency patients
• Coordinate patient care with families and interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols and provider orders
• Supervise LPNs and assistive personnel in the department
• Must complete patient population, procedure, and protocol education per unit standards
• Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia exam failure on the first day results in contract cancellation after a second failed attempt

Requirements

• Active NM or compact RN license required
• Minimum of two years of recent experience in a large emergency department
• Must have completed at least one prior 13-week travel assignment
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certification required (BLS, ACLS, PALS must be through AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross)
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
• Must pass onsite Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test during orientation, with one retest allowed if needed
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; locals not eligible
• Returning perm staff must have a one-year separation to be eligible as a traveler

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