Local Contract Nurse Level III RN - Trauma ER - Emergency Room
Tahlequah, OK
Encode INC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$65-67/hourOverview
- Start Date03/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
Description
Level 3 Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN – ER)
Position: Level 3 Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Start Date: March 30, 2026
End Date: July 4, 2026
Shift: Nights | 12-hour shifts
Experience Required: Minimum 3 years ER experience
Position Summary
The Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive emergency healthcare services to patients of all ages, ranging from minor injuries to severe trauma and critical conditions. The RN is responsible for rapid patient assessment, prioritizing care, and delivering life-saving interventions in a fast-paced emergency environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ clinical conditions and recognize life-threatening emergencies.
- Prioritize patient care and initiate immediate treatment when necessary.
- Provide emergency care to patients with medical, surgical, or traumatic conditions.
- Initiate emergency measures when a physician is not immediately available.
- Operate and monitor specialized emergency equipment including:
- Infusion pumps
- Pulse oximeters
- Ventilators
- Cardiac monitors
- Administer medications, IV therapy, and other physician-prescribed treatments.
- Provide respiratory support and assist with mechanical ventilation when required.
- Accurately document patient conditions, treatments, and nursing interventions.
- Coordinate patient care with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Prepare assignments for nursing team members based on patient care needs.
- Maintain adequate supplies and ensure proper functioning of medical equipment.
- Support a safe and organized clinical environment.
Required Qualifications
Experience
- Minimum 3 years of Emergency Room (ER) nursing experience.
Licensure
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oklahoma or Compact RN License.
Required Certifications
- BLS – Basic Life Support
- ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- TNCC – Trauma Nursing Core Course
Certifications are issued by organizations such as the American Heart Association.
Employer
Encode INC
Tahlequah, OK
About
A charming town in the foothills of the Ozarks, Tahlequah, Oklahoma, is the capital of the Cherokee Nation. A bastion of Cherokee history and heritage, Tahlequah offers such cultural attractions as the Cherokee National Museum, Cherokee Heritage Center, Sequoyah's Cabin and the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. The Illinois River, Lake Tenkiller and the Cherokee casinos are the most popular destinations in town. Tahlequah is also home to many parks, lakes and hiking trails for outdoor lovers. It’s known for its excellent schools, with Tahlequah High School consistently ranked as one of the best in the state and home to the main campus of Northeastern State University. The cost of living is below the national average, and the city has a mild mountainous climate with four distinct seasons for everyone to enjoy.