Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Maryville, TN
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - ER (Travel/Contract)

Location: Maryville, Tennessee
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Hours per week: 36 hours
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work primarily in the Emergency Room (ER) with possible floating to other units as needed.
• Weekend coverage every other weekend, subject to change based on facility needs.
• Medication system used: Omnicell.
• Documentation system: EPIC (must have at least 1 year of EPIC experience).

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee.
• Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience within the last year.
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification.
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification.
• Education: Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system.

Additional Requirements & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year background check within 12 months of start, including SS trace, alias searches, and county/state checks for all places lived/worked in last 7 years.
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter.
  • Fingerprinting required if applicable (e.g., if lived/worked in WV in last 7 years).
• Education Verification: Highest level of education must be verified; diplomas not accepted as placeholders.
• Drug Testing: 5-panel drug screen within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands.
  • Immunizations and titers required: TB test (True 2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or Tspot within 90 days), Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (vaccination series, positive titer, or declination), Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if working in high-risk areas).
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption required by specified deadlines (not required for remote workers).
• Fit Mask: Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation.
• Photo for Badge: Passport-style photo with specific background and quality requirements must be submitted prior to start.

Orientation & Training

• Completion of online Cornerstone modules (approx. 12 hours) within 72 hours of assignment; mandatory before starting onsite.
• Pass/fail testing on medication and arrhythmia exams required prior to orientation (two attempts allowed, 84% passing score).
• 16 hours of non-billable orientation onsite after completion of online modules.

Competencies & Exams

• Annual completion of Core Parts I, II, and III training modules covering universal precautions, cultural diversity, pain management, OSHA requirements, and patient safety goals.
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required annually.
• Color Blind Testing required for nurses assigned to ER and Pediatric ER (must pass with 100%).

Notes

• First-time travelers will be reviewed based on skill and experience; prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Floating to other units may be required based on facility needs.
• TNCC and ENPC certifications are encouraged but not mandatory for initial assignment; required after one year of continuous employment.

This position offers a structured travel nursing opportunity in a busy ER setting with comprehensive support for compliance and orientation.