Emergency Department RN
Moab, UT
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Emergency Department RN - Moab, Utah

Position Details

• Specialty: Nursing (Emergency Department)
• Location: Moab, Utah
• Employment Type: Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Mostly nights, 3 shifts of 12 hours each (3 x 12's)
• Trauma Level: Level 4 Trauma
• Dress Code: Blue scrubs preferred
• Recognized Holidays Off: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day

Job Description

• Function as both triage and primary care RN in the Emergency Department.
• Patient population ranges from neonates to geriatrics.
• Perform a broad range of general nursing duties with a high level of autonomy.
• Low nurse-to-patient ratios.
• Responsibilities include starting EKGs, IVs, drawing labs, providing comfort measures, and medication administration.
• Emphasis on critical thinking, patient safety, infection control, and handling stressful situations calmly and professionally.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs independently and heavier weights with assistance.
• Work both independently and as part of a small team.
• Maintain confidentiality and reliability with scheduling.
• Flexible to accept additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered Utah RN license or compact state license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in medical/surgical and/or emergency department settings.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications or ability to obtain and use appropriately.
• Strong customer service and communication skills (oral, written, listening).
• Emotional maturity and professionalism in stressful situations.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Full-time, benefitted position.
• Medical insurance and mental health coverage for the entire family.
• Retirement plan (403b).
• Paid time off.
• Collaborative and supportive workplace.
• Professional growth opportunities including continuing education and training.
• Drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug test and background check required.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Location Highlights

• Located in Moab, Utah, near Arches and Canyonlands National Parks.
• Offers year-round outdoor recreation: mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, river activities, and more.
• Small-town community with vibrant local culture including restaurants, microbreweries, art galleries, and special events.

Note: Prior travel experience is not specified or required for this position.