Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Rapid City, SD
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

General Information

We are seeking dedicated and experienced Registered Nurses to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced emergency department setting. Our facility sees an average of 150-180 patients daily and operates with 33 beds in the main emergency department, in addition to specialized areas for trauma, behavioral health, and vertical care.

Patient Care & Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population, which includes:

• Neonates to geriatric patients
• Patients with minor to critical conditions, including sepsis, DKA, respiratory illnesses, GI bleeds, and heavy trauma cases
• Stroke patients, with the capability to manage cases up to 24 hours

Travel nurses may be required to take care of sexual assault patients and will be responsible for evidence collection in accordance with established protocol.

Patient Ratios

Typical nursing ratios in our emergency department are:

• RN: 1:4-5
• LPN: 1:4-5
• ED Tech: 1:10

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of two years of Emergency Department nursing experience (travel experience excluded)
• For LPN roles, at least two years of experience in any acute care setting is required
• Must possess current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, TNCC, and PALS
• Preferred: CPI or MAB/MOAB certifications

Skills Required

The ideal candidates will demonstrate the following skills:

• Experience with a wide range of patient types, requiring familiarity with ESI assessments during triage
• Ability to use critical thinking and effective communication to prioritize patient care
• Willingness to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ask questions as needed

Support & Resources

Staffing support includes:

• ED Techs available at a 1:10 ratio
• Charge nurses on duty both day and night
• Continuous physician coverage, as well as hospitalist and NP support
• Access to 24/7 radiology and pharmacy services

Orientation & Training

New hires will undergo an orientation process consisting of:

• 8 hours of general facility orientation
• 4 hours of ED-specific training
• A minimum of two 12-hour shifts on the unit

Scheduling

Our emergency department employs variable shifts, and travelers will be utilized to fill scheduling gaps. Potential shift times may include:

• 0630-1900
• 1000-2230
• 1200-0030
• 1400-0200
• 1830-0700

Weekend work may be expected based on staffing needs.

Holiday Expectations & Time Off

Time off requests will be subject to managerial approval. Please note that holiday requests may not be accommodated during the first three weeks of August, when the facility experiences an influx of patients due to local events.

Additional Information

Scrub color is navy, and free parking is available for all staff members.

Location: City, State