Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Olympia Fields, Illinois
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Campus

Job Opportunity: RN - Emergency Department

Location: Olympia Fields, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Overview

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Unit: Emergency Department
• Shift: Not specified
• Number of Openings: Not specified
• Float Requirements: No
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Years of Experience Required: 3 years (highest requirement)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not specified (assumed not required)

Unit Information

• Type of Patients: Acute, chronic, critically ill; includes geriatric, pediatric, OB, behavioral health, trauma
• Patient Ratios: Not specified
• Equipment Used: Infusion pumps, Pxyis, rapid infuser, Lucas device, Philips monitor, Zoll, Ceribel, etc.
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Not specified

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong critical thinking, assessment, prioritization
• Effective communication and quick decision-making
• Technical proficiency
• Cultural and emotional resilience
• Strong triage skills

Preferred Skills

• Ability to assess and assign Emergency Severity Index (ESI) based on ENA guidelines
• Certifications or experience with TNCC, SANE, ECRN

Work Environment and Culture

• Personality fit: Calm but energetic, team-oriented, empathetic, compassionate, respectful of life, aligned with Christian stewardship values
• Dress code: In accordance with hospital code and personal appearance policy (scrub color not specified)

Additional Information

• Reporting location: Emergency Department off Crawford, far north side of parking lot
• No float requirements
• No mention of mandatory education modules prior to first day

This position is ideal for experienced Emergency Department RNs seeking a travel contract in Illinois with a focus on critical care and diverse patient populations.