Emergency Department RN
Elmira, NY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse Emergency Department

Location: Elmira, New York
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Unit Details: Emergency Department with 48 treatment spaces, patient ratio approximately 1:5

Job Description

• Provide nursing care in a busy Emergency Department setting during night shifts.
• Work with a patient ratio of about 1 nurse to 5 patients.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New York
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• PALS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS certification
• 8 hours of stroke training
• Successful completion of Centralus Core Competency Exam
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Valid Driver's License

Health and Safety Requirements

• COVID-19 vaccine proof or agency declination (optional).
• MMR: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required; if negative/equivocal, vaccination series must be completed within 30 days of start.
• Varicella: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required; if negative/equivocal, vaccination series must be completed within 30 days of start.
• Tdap: Must be up to date within the last 10 years or have a specific declination form.
• Hepatitis B: Positive antibody titer, 3 vaccine series, or declination form required.
• TB Test: Must have one of the following within required timeframes:

  • Two PPD skin tests (one within 12 months, one within 3 months) or
  • One Quantiferon/Spot test within 12 months.
  • For past positive TB tests, chest X-ray within 12 months may be required.
• Fit Test: Annual fit test required within last 12 months; must be completed prior to start.

Documentation and Compliance

• Physical/Health Statement within past 12 months confirming no restrictions, including vitals and vision screening.
• Valid US driver’s license or state ID (not expired).
• Background check within 30 days of start including:

  • SSN address trace for all counties lived/worked in last 7 years
  • County and national criminal searches
  • FACIS 3 check
• Drug screen: 9+ panel excluding marijuana (testing for marijuana is prohibited and results including it will be rejected).
• Centralus Skills Checklist for the unit must be fully completed and updated annually.
• Core Competency Exam (Nursing) with a minimum score of 80%, updated annually.
• Resume accounting for all employment and gaps for last 7 years, including education history.
• Two professional references:

  • One supervisor reference from last 12 months
  • One supervisor or peer reference from last 3 years
• Employment verification of most recent employer (agency verification accepted).
• Signed and dated job description.
• Completion of required forms and acknowledgements including:

  • Health Personal Information Form
  • Code of Conduct
  • Confirmation of Assignment Form
  • Self Study Packet and Quiz
  • Sexual Harassment Acknowledgement
  • Parking Registration Form
  • AH Drug Tobacco Acknowledgement
  • Epic Questionnaire (must be completed prior to submission)
  • TB Questionnaire Form

Additional Notes

• Color headshot photo required (clear, professional, no filters or sunglasses).
• Education verification required for initial degree (ASN or BSN).
• Extended travelers beyond one year must complete a reassessment form.
• Education mission statement must be reviewed and signed for initial assignments.

This position is ideal for an experienced Emergency Department RN comfortable working night shifts in a high-acuity environment with a focus on compliance and credentialing.