Emergency Department RN
Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Havasu Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department

Location: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Work in a Joint Commission Accredited community hospital and regional referral center with 171 beds.
• Emergency Department unit with 24 beds and a patient ratio of 1:4.
• Patient population includes geriatric, adult, and some pediatric patients with mixed medical conditions and varying acuity.
• Equipment used includes Ultrasound, Bellmont Transfuser, Baxter IV Pumps, Glidescope, BD IV Products, and GE monitors in every room.
• Electronic Health Record system: MedHost EDIS.
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (36 hours/week).
• May be required to float within a 25-mile radius of the facility.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona.
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) experience, including experience within the last year.
• Certifications required:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (CPI)
• Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing.
• Experience in trauma care.

Skills and Experience

• Must have skills/experience in trauma care and STEMI (ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) management.
• Preferred: 2+ years of ED experience.
• Personality fit: approachable, team-oriented, proactive, willing to ask for help, and uses downtime productively to assist others or complete tasks.

Additional Information

• Orientation is weekly.
• No call requirements specified.
• Dress code: Black scrubs required; certain attire is unacceptable (not specified).
• Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel.
• Local attractions include outdoor recreation such as fishing, golfing, swimming, hiking, and nearby major cities within driving distance (Las Vegas, Phoenix, Grand Canyon, Los Angeles, San Diego).

Summary

This travel RN position in the Emergency Department offers a 13-week contract with a 3x12 hour shift schedule in a well-equipped, accredited community hospital. The role requires a minimum of 2 years ED experience, multiple certifications including TNCC and ACLS, and the ability to float within a 25-mile radius. The position suits nurses who enjoy a team environment and working with a diverse patient population.