ED Observation RN
Portland, OR
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg (ED Observation) night shift position requiring an active OR RN license, ACLS/BLS certification, and at least 1-2 years of experience.

Details

• Works in a 16-bed ED Observation unit split across two floors (8 beds on 5B, 8 beds on 6B)
• Cares for adult patients expected to stay less than two midnights, with diagnoses including ACS rule-out, mild trauma, cellulitis with IV antibiotics, stroke, head bleed monitoring, and COVID PUI/positive cases
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4 on both shifts, with 1 CNA per unit at a 1:8 ratio
• Unit staffed 24 hours a day with at least one Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) present
• Provides direct telemetry monitoring, performs EKGs, IV starts, and phlebotomy services
• Night shift schedule of 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-07:30
• May float within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals per unit needs
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active OR RN license required for consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA Traditional only, RQI not accepted)
• Minimum 1-2 years of RN experience required
• BSN and NIHSS certifications preferred
• Telemetry experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Work history verification covering the last seven years, including city/state, dates of employment, and PTO
• Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required (Charge RN references not accepted)
• COVID vaccination proof required with no exemptions accepted
• Must achieve a minimum score of 85% on Relias exams
• Skills in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV insulin protocols, and insulin drip titration preferred

Additional Information

• Provides direct patient care including telemetry monitoring, EKGs, IV starts, and phlebotomy in a fast-paced observation unit
• Required to float within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals as needed; refusal to float may result in contract cancellation
• Background checks are extensive and comprehensive, covering lifetime history; no background or license issues accepted
• Former OHSU employees or previous travelers must provide a reference from their prior OHSU supervisor
• Returning staff must have a gap of at least 6 months before returning as a traveler
• RTO must be submitted upfront and should not exceed two weeks
• Accepts local candidates at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Pre-start training modules required, averaging 4.5 hours for RNs, completed prior to start date