Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Madison, WI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN for an adult and pediatric Level I trauma setting with prior travel and Epic EMR experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work in a large, 58-bed Emergency Department within a hospital setting
• Treat adult and pediatric populations with over 60,000 emergency visits per year
• Handle cases involving trauma, acute stroke, burns, cardiac emergencies, and ECPR (ECMO) procedures
• Coordinate care with ground ambulances and Med Flight for critically ill or injured patients
• Floating required; travelers may be scheduled in multiple units and must cover needs organization-wide
• Evening and night shifts available, including 12-hour (15:00-03:30, 19:00-07:30) and 8-hour options as needed
• Weekend and holiday rotation is expected
• Epic EMR used; prior Epic experience is required
• Provide emergency nursing care for a broad range of critical patients including trauma, cardiac, burn, and pediatric cases
• Participate in an interdisciplinary team alongside subspecialists and support staff
• Must pass a rigorous telemetry exam prior to assignment, with two attempts allotted; failure may result in assignment cancellation
• Orientation typically lasts about one week, with department-specific schedules provided after hire
• Magnet-designated facility with nationally recognized academic teaching environment
• One holiday off may be allowed; strict RTO rules apply and will be reviewed by management
• Scrub and dress code in line with hospital policy
• Permit required for onsite parking; public transportation and park-and-ride options are available

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license in hand
• Minimum of two years Emergency Department RN experience in both adult and pediatric populations within the last three years
• Prior experience in an Academic Level I Trauma Center or similar large hospital is mandatory
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications through the American Heart Association
• Current TNCC certification required
• Basic arrhythmia interpretation experience with requirement to pass a telemetry test prior to start
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible

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