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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring an active MI license and 2 years of ED experience.

Details

• Level IV Trauma Emergency Department setting in an acute care facility
• 14 beds including 2 dedicated trauma bays
• Fast Track area with 3 designated rooms and a separate triage area with 2 rooms
• ER holds managed within the department and in attached ACU rooms when overflow occurs
• Rooms can be converted into Psych/seclusion rooms as needed
• Average of 40-60 patients treated per day
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3-4 during the day, increasing at night, with only 2 RNs on duty between 3am-7am
• Common diagnoses include traumas, STEMI, strokes, hunting injuries, MVAs, and farming accidents
• ED Physician in house 24/7 along with mid-levels
• Charge nurse typically takes an assignment during day shifts
• 24/7 Respiratory Therapy coverage in house performing ABGs, breathing treatments, and EKGs as needed
• No dedicated monitor techs; central monitoring station with RN reading strips
• On-site X-ray available 24/7; CT located a short distance away
• 24/7 phlebotomy coverage for lab draws
• Uses an EMR system currently transitioning to Epic
• 12-hour evening and night shifts with start times at 3pm and 7pm
• Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) required
• Holiday coverage required, typically every other holiday with increased need during winter
• Floating to inpatient units for helping hands may be required

Requirements

• Active RN license in Michigan required by start date
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required
• Acute care setting experience required

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity Level IV Trauma Emergency Department
• Collaborate with ED physicians, mid-levels, respiratory therapy, and phlebotomy teams
• Travelers may perform triage duties after review of facility policies and procedures
• Department orientation includes computer-based training and 2 days of floor orientation
• Dress code requires any solid-colored scrubs, clean and professional in appearance
• On-call is voluntary and unpaid if accepted
• Duos and first-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who previously worked at the facility must have an end date at least 6 months prior to consideration
• Candidates living within 80 miles of the facility are considered local