Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Weston, FL
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Emergency Room (ER)

Location: Weston, Florida
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Specialty: Registered Nurse in Emergency Room (ER)
• Minimum Experience Required: At least 2 years in ER nursing
• First-time travelers accepted
• Weekend shifts as needed
• No on-call requirement
• Floating within scope as needed
• Block scheduling not accommodated
• Local candidates accepted at same rate
• Pending license not accepted
• Guaranteed hours: 36 hours for 3x12 shifts or 40 hours for 8/10 shifts
• Epic electronic health record experience at level 3 or 4 required; time-sensitive modules must be prioritized immediately upon assignment confirmation
• Smoke-free facility: all travelers must be nicotine-free (verified by negative 10-panel drug screen plus nicotine test)

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale Certification (must be obtained prior to start)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• At least 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) / Emergency Room (ER) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Proof of I9 or attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
• E-Verify documentation
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks
• Florida AHCA Level II fingerprint clearance (must be completed prior to start; Livescan electronic fingerprinting accepted nationwide)
• Physical exam within 6 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (annual updates required)
• Required immunizations or titers: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 1 year (no Florida Medical Marijuana card acceptance)
• Seasonal influenza vaccination required during flu season (medical/religious exemptions allowed)
• COVID-19 vaccination series or approved medical/religious exemption required
• Two professional references within 2 years (required for travel positions)
• Employment application and performance evaluations as applicable
• Pass/fail testing on EKG and medication administered during orientation (2 attempts allowed per test)

Orientation and Training

• Completion of online training modules prior to start is mandatory (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome; video content must be watched fully before testing)
• Modules include COVID documentation submission and other facility-specific training
• Failure to complete modules on time may delay start date

Additional Notes

• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront with application; late requests are unlikely to be approved
• Facility is smoke-free and requires nicotine testing
• Floating within scope may be required to meet facility needs
• Candidates with a break greater than 6 months between assignments at this facility may need to re-orient

This position is ideal for experienced ER Registered Nurses seeking a travel contract in Florida with a reputable healthcare facility requiring strong clinical skills, Epic EHR proficiency, and compliance with rigorous credentialing and health requirements.