Emergency Department RN
Springfield, MO
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Travel RN – Emergency Department

Location

Springfield, MO | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Assignment | Days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Expected 36 or 48 hours/week (must be indicated at time of submission) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to perform direct patient care activities for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort
• Evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers and maintain professional accountability
• Coordinate patient care in conjunction with other departments while maintaining patient rights and confidentiality
• Function within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with established guidelines of nursing practice and the Missouri Nurse Practice Act
• Perform physical duties including standing and walking for most of the shift, lifting and pushing patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs, and pushing, pulling, and gripping up to 50 lbs.

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license — must meet criteria for eligibility for licensure in Missouri or currently licensed in the state of Missouri
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications from AHA only — required prior to start
• TNCC required
• NIHSS — may be submitted without, but must be obtained prior to start
• Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department experience in a Level 1 Trauma facility, or minimum 2 years in a Level 2 Trauma facility — experience level must be indicated on resume
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for assignments running November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with trauma and pediatric emergency patients
• Background in high-volume environments (200+ patients/day) and high-acuity care
• Demonstrated skill in human relations and communication in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Personality traits that align well with this role include being determined, decisive, and flexible

Why Join Us

• Join a busy, urban Level 1 Trauma, Stroke, STEMI, and regional burn center with a 68-bed Emergency Department, offering exposure to a wide range of high-acuity cases
• Work in a facility recognized for excellence in cardiac care, patient safety, and stroke certification, in a vibrant city with diverse dining, arts, and outdoor attractions