Emergency Department RN
Farmington, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN to provide care in a Level III trauma center with a 48-bed Emergency Department. The unit uses a team nursing and pod system and serves a diverse patient population including ESRD, cirrhosis, COPD, psychiatric, and substance abuse cases.

Shift Details

• Shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum of two weekends per schedule
• Call Requirements: None

Unit Profile

• Trauma Level: 3
• Patient Ratios: 4:1 in Main ED, 6:1 in Fast Track
• Equipment: Zoll Defibrillator, Level One Blood Transfuser, QinFlow Blood Warmer, Hospira Plum360, Freestyle and iSTAT Point of Care testing, Ultrasound Guided IV
• Electronic Health Record: Cerner

Patient Population

• End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
• Cirrhosis
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Disorders
• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
• Common Diagnoses: Stroke, STEMI, Sepsis, Moderate Sedation cases, Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license for New Mexico
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience (preferred)
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (American Heart Association)
  • PALS (American Heart Association)
  • BLS (American Heart Association)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course, AHA)

Additional Information

• No float requirements
• Team nursing and pod system in place
• Social worker assigned to the department
• Unit educator available

Skills & Experience Must-Haves

• Trauma care
• Stroke management
• STEMI care
• Sepsis management
• Moderate sedation experience

This opportunity offers a chance to work in a well-equipped emergency department in a scenic region with access to outdoor activities and a friendly community.