Emergency Room RN
Chesapeake, VA
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

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

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room

Location

Chesapeake, VA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | 3x12 or 4x12 shifts available | Every other weekend, floating, and holidays required within the contract period | 48-hour contract option available; overtime may be applicable after 48 hours

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced Emergency Department setting with a typical patient ratio of 1:4
• Manage higher-acuity assignments including Medical-Surgical hold patients at ratios up to 1:6
• Deliver 1:1 care for stroke patients until admission or through the tPA treatment window, and for STEMI and cardiac arrest patients
• Administer and monitor care in accordance with department protocols, including stroke and cardiac emergency pathways
• Document all patient care accurately and efficiently using Epic EMR
• Complete required pre-start orientation modules prior to the start date

Required Qualifications

• Active Virginia or Compact RN license in hand at time of submission — no exceptions
• Minimum of 3 years of Emergency Department experience
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Proficiency in Epic EMR required — no exceptions
• BLS (American Heart Association only)
• ACLS (American Heart Association only)
• PALS (American Heart Association only)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• TNCC certification required
• No prior license or background hits — candidates with any history of hits will not be considered
• Successful completion of an EKG competency test (80% or higher required; one attempt, no remediation available)
• Must be able to pass standard fit testing; PAPR cannot be accommodated — any history of fit test issues will disqualify a candidate
• Must live more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience managing high-acuity patients including STEMI, cardiac arrest, and stroke presentations
• Familiarity with tPA administration protocols and stroke care pathways
• Strong EKG interpretation skills, including sinus rhythms, heart blocks, lethal rhythms, atrial and junctional rhythms, and pacing

Why Join Us

• Work in a dynamic Emergency Department located in the scenic Coastal Virginia region, with easy access to beaches, waterways, and outdoor recreation
• Flexible contract options including 3x12 and 4x12 scheduling, with potential for a 48-hour contract structure