Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Lancaster, OH
First Connect Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Title: Staff RN – Emergency Department

Location: Lancaster, OH

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night Shift (19:00 – 07:30) | 12-Hour shifts

Job Summary

A facility in Lancaster, OH is seeking a dedicated Emergency Room RN for a 13-week night shift assignment. As a key member of the emergency services team, you will utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, and implement care for a diverse patient population ranging from neonatal to geriatric. FMC prides itself on a culture of empathy and agility, requiring nurses who can think critically and act decisively in a high-pressure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Acute Care Delivery: Provide high-quality emergency nursing care based on rapid assessment needs and established clinical pathways.
• Patient & Family Education: Facilitate education from the moment of admission through the discharge process to ensure patient safety and compliance.
• Clinical Documentation: Maintain thorough, concise, and accurate electronic records within the Cerner EMR system.
• Care Coordination: Notify physicians of pertinent observations and changes in patient status; implement physician orders with precision.
• Medication Safety: Administer medications and perform therapeutic treatments accurately and safely.
• Leadership & Delegation: Supervise co-workers and delegate role-appropriate tasks to ensure efficient unit flow.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Room nursing experience.
• Licensure: Active Ohio State RN License must be currently active.
• Certifications:
  • BLS/BCLS (AHA)
  • ACLS (AHA)
  • PALS (AHA)
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal communication, ability to handle multiple priorities, and independent decision-making skills.

Assignment Details & Expectations

• Travel Rule: Candidates must have a permanent address 50 miles or more from the facility to qualify as a traveler.
• EMR System: Cerner proficiency is required.
• Holiday Coverage: No holiday coverage required for this specific requisition.
• Physical Demand: Medium work (exerting up to 50 lbs of force occasionally).
• Facility Address: Lancaster, OH 43130.