Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Tahlequah, OK
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Flexible

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide emergency health care services to patients of all ages, managing a range of medical situations from minor injuries to critical trauma cases. This role involves a commitment to patient care through assessment, intervention, and monitoring in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' clinical conditions, identifying and interpreting serious situations to prioritize immediate actions.
• Initiate appropriate measures in emergency situations when a physician is not immediately available.
• Operate and monitor general and specialized emergency care equipment, including infusion pumps, pulse oximeters, ventilators, and cardiac monitors.
• Administer therapeutic measures as prescribed, including medications, IV therapy, respiratory therapy, and mechanical ventilation.
• Record observations, nursing interventions, and therapeutic measures administered, coordinating activities between nursing and other professional disciplines.
• Document specific health care requirements for patients, preparing assignments for team members that align with patients' care needs.
• Plan and develop care delivery, implementing care plans and coordinating the documentation of care.
• Ensure adequate supplies and equipment are maintained, supporting the general upkeep of the unit and preserving a safe environment.

Schedule

12-hour shifts are required for this position. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Oklahoma or Compact RN License.
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet pre-employment credentialing clearances, including background checks and drug screens.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and to lift up to 50 lbs.

Behavioral Characteristics

• Demonstrated ability to manage adult and pediatric patients in critical situations.
• Experience managing ventilators, CPAP, BIPAP, and Vapotherms, along with critical medication infusions.
• Basic knowledge and skills in caring for stroke patients.

Join us in making a difference in patients' lives through exceptional care and support in emergency situations.