Emergency Department RN
Tucson, Arizona
Northwest Medical Center
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Job info
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing care to Emergency Room patients by utilizing the Nursing Process in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. This role requires critical thinking, scientific judgment, and leadership to ensure safe delivery of care in the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include maintaining clinical competencies through continuing education, delegating patient care priorities based on staff education and experience, and supervising assigned personnel delivering patient care.
- Shift: Days, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (3x12-hour shifts)
- Must be willing to float between units
- Preferred: Charge Nurse experience
Facility Information
- 38 beds
- Trauma Level III Certified
- Stroke Receiving Center
- STEMI Receiving Center
- EMR System: Cerner (experience required)
- Dress Code: Black scrubs
- NIH Stroke Scale certification is recommended but not required
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona
- Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Proficiency with Cerner electronic medical record system
Additional Notes
- Start date requested within 2 weeks of offer acceptance
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
Facility
Northwest Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with Northwest Medical Center
Pros
I really liked the team work. I feel like someone is always willing to help.
Cons
Sometimes it felt a bit unorganized and the patients felt that energy too.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 294 beds
About Tucson, AZ
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Tucson, AZ here's what you should know:- Tucson's cost of living is 6% lower than the national average, making it more affordable.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 100°F, while winter average lows are around 40°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Tucson, with options available in various neighborhoods.
- Tucson is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- A car is recommended for getting around.
- Tucson has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and sun-related conditions.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of the University of Arizona and healthcare facilities.
- Tucson offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the canyons, streams, and foothills, visit Catalina State Park, hike Mt.
- Lemmon, and even ski and snowboard in the winter.
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