Emergency Department RN
Augusta, GA
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,602/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit Overview
- Unit: Emergency Department
- Beds: 30
- Staffing:
- Day and Night Shifts staffed with Charge Nurses, RNs, Paramedics, Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), and Nurse Extenders (NEs)
- Patient Ratio: 1:4
- Equipment Used: Pyxis, GE Monitors, Zoll defibrillators, Welch Allyn and Dynamap vital signs machines
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Meditech
- Dress Code: Royal Blue scrubs
- Scheduling: Self-scheduling with four weekend shifts per month; two must be consecutive weekend days
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
- Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department (ED) experience within the last year
- Proficient in NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) assessment
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Preferred Qualifications
- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
- ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
Typical Procedures Performed
- IV Starts
- EKG monitoring
- Trauma care
- Cardiac care
- Stroke management
Personality Fit
- Motivated
- Easy-going
- Friendly
- Team player
Additional Information
- The Emergency Department is known for short patient wait times.
- The facility supports a positive culture with strong managerial support.
- The city offers rich history, cultural events, and recreational activities.
Work Hours
- Approximately 48 hours per week
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Augusta, GA
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Augusta, GA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Augusta, GA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Augusta experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 92°F and mild winters with average lows around 35°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Augusta, GA and can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Augusta is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Augusta has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Augusta.
- Augusta offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
- The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, as Augusta is home to the prestigious Masters Tournament.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, and fishing are popular due to the city's proximity to the Savannah River and nearby parks.
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