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

Staff Nurse – Emergency Department (Dual-Acuity)

Location: Binghamton, NY

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (03/16/2026 – 06/13/2026)

Shift: Night Shift (19:00 – 07:00) | 36 Hours Per Week

Unit: BGH Emergency Department 

Job Summary

Seeking a highly versatile Emergency Department RN for a unique dual-acuity role. This department features a distinct patient mix: 70% Medical Emergency and 30% Behavioral Health. Candidates must be comfortable transitioning between high-acuity medical interventions and psychiatric crisis stabilization, including substance use disorders and acute behavioral health emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Dual-Track Emergency Care: Manage a diverse caseload ranging from standard medical emergencies to behavioral health crises.
• Psychiatric Crisis Intervention: Provide specialized care for patients experiencing acute mental health episodes, substance use withdrawals, and psychiatric emergencies.
• Pharmacology & Safety: Safely administer medications according to UHS policy, maintaining a deep knowledge of both emergency medical and psychotropic pharmacology.
• Patient Advocacy: Act as a primary nurse and advocate for individuals and families, ensuring care aligns with the New York State Nurse Practice Act and ENA standards.
• Shared Governance: Actively participate in the Nursing Shared Governance Model and Unit Council to improve peer review and clinical practices.
• Education: Educate patients and families on disease management and health promotion using evidence-based resources.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Dual experience in ER AND Psych is REQUIRED. Proficiency in substance use protocols and crisis intervention is mandatory.
• Licensure: Active New York State (NYS) RN License.
• Certifications (Must be active at submission):
  • BLS (AHA, HSI, or ARC)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• Technical Skills: EPIC EMR experience is required.
• Education: Associate’s degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.

Assignment Details & Expectations

• Schedule: 3x12 hour nights (7pm–7am). Every other weekend requirement.
• Environment: Binghamton General is known for its integrated approach to community health, specifically addressing the intersection of physical and mental health emergencies.
• Location: Binghamton, NY 13903.
• Orientation: Must be prepared to integrate into the UHS Nursing Shared Governance Model immediately.