Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Houston, TX
Equiliem
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse – Inpatient Holding (Travel)

Location: Houston, TX

Schedule/Shift: Night Shift | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Alternating Weekends and Holidays

Duration: 13 Weeks

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for a 14-bed Inpatient Holding Unit in Houston, TX. The RN will provide direct patient care, monitor patient conditions, administer treatments, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, high-quality care. This position requires strong clinical assessment skills, proficiency in nursing procedures, and the ability to manage a patient ratio of approximately 1:6. The ideal candidate is adaptable, team-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in an inpatient holding unit.
• Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions, vital signs, and responses to treatment.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and prescribed treatments according to established clinical protocols.
• Perform routine nursing procedures, including IV insertion, blood draws, and Foley catheter insertion.
• Operate cardiac monitors, vital sign machines, and IV pumps to support patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation using the Meditech Expanse electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, patient care technicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Manage patient assignments with an approximate nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6.
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient conditions.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and hospital policies.
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, and ongoing care.
• Float to Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) and Intermediate Care Unit (IMU) departments as needed.

Job Requirements

• Previous acute care or inpatient nursing experience preferred.
• ICU experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in a trauma facility is a plus.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Proficiency in IV insertion, blood draws, Foley catheter insertion, and patient monitoring.
• Familiarity with cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and vital sign monitoring equipment.
• Experience using Meditech Expanse EMR preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient needs and departmental assignments.

Additional Job Details (Commute, Attendance, etc.)

• Unit: Inpatient Holding Unit (2C)
• Unit Size: 14 Beds
• Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:6
• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift)
• Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
• Weekend/Holiday Requirements: Alternating weekends and holidays
• Floating Requirements: Med/Surg and IMU
• Staffing: 8 Registered Nurses and 4 Patient Care Technicians across the unit
• Typical Shift Staffing: 2 Registered Nurses and 1 Patient Care Technician
• EMR System: Meditech Expanse
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue