ED RN
Iron Mountain, MI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Evenings

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN for a Level IV trauma center requiring an active MI license and 2 years of ED experience.

Details

• Acute care setting in a Level IV trauma center Emergency Department
• 14 beds including 2 trauma bays and 3 fast track rooms
• 2 separate triage rooms; travelers may triage after facility policy review
• ER holds managed within the department with overflow into attached ACU rooms
• Psych/seclusion capability available in any room as needed
• Treats an average of 40-60 patients per day with variable diagnoses including trauma, STEMI, stroke, hunting injuries, MVAs, and farm accidents
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3-4 during the day, increasing at night, with only 2 RNs on duty between 3am-7am
• ED physician and mid-level coverage 24/7
• RT in house 24/7 performing ABGs, breathing treatments, and EKGs as needed
• 24/7 phlebotomy for lab draws
• Central monitoring station used; no dedicated monitor tech
• X-ray available down the hall 24/7; CT located nearby
• Charting system is Cerner, transitioning to Epic
• Evening and night shift options with 12-hour shifts and start times including 3pm and 7pm
• Every other weekend required (Saturday/Sunday)
• Holiday coverage required, approximately 2/3 during winter season and every other holiday during the contract
• Floating to inpatient units required to assist as needed
• No formal on-call requirement; volunteering to go home early without pay may occur during low census

Requirements

• Active MI RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC (AHA)
• Acute care and Level IV trauma center experience preferred
• Comfortable working variable shift start times and rotating schedules

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care across a wide range of emergency and trauma cases
• Work alongside CNAs, medics, LPNs, and techs who float to assist as needed
• Charge nurse typically carries a patient assignment during shifts
• Unit orientation includes computer-based training and 2 days of floor orientation covering policies and department-specific workflows
• Dress code requires any solid-colored, clean, and professional scrubs
• All clinicians must clock in and out at the facility
• First-time travelers and duo assignments are welcome to apply
• Candidates who previously worked at the facility must have an end date at least 6 months prior to consideration
• Local candidates within 80 miles may be considered at a reduced rate