Emergency Department RN
Danville, VA
LifePoint
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department

Location: Danville, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN to backfill a position in a 31-bed Emergency Room with 2 triage rooms. The unit serves all age groups and includes behavioral health and acute patients. The role involves providing care with a typical patient ratio of 1:4, with exceptions during high-volume or special circumstances.

Work Schedule

• 36 hours per week guaranteed
• Rotating weekends/as needed
• No call requirements
• Float as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Virginia
• Minimum 5 years of Emergency Department experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Certifications prior to start:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (CPI) (available on-site)

Unit & Facility Information

• Emergency Department with 31 beds (7 beds for behavioral health/acute patients)
• Electronic Health Records primarily MedHost (ED) and Meditech for admit holds and behavioral health patients
• Patient population includes all ages
• Professional, positive, compassionate, and team-oriented work environment
• Scrub color: Traveler’s choice

Additional Notes

• Orientation offered bi-weekly on Tuesdays
• Random drug screening and criminal background consent required
• Located in a small city with access to parks, trails, and cultural amenities

Summary

This travel RN position is ideal for a highly experienced Emergency Department nurse seeking a 13-week assignment in a community hospital setting with a diverse patient population and a supportive team environment.