Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Farmington, New Mexico
San Juan Regional Medical Center
$1,993/weekLRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department at a Level III trauma center. The facility serves a diverse patient population including ESRD, cirrhosis, COPD, psychiatric, and substance abuse disorders. The position offers a mids shift from 3 PM to 3 AM with a minimum of two weekends scheduled per month.
Unit Information
- Department: Emergency Department
- Trauma Level: 3
- Beds: 48 with flex space
- Patient Ratios: 4:1 in Main ED, 6:1 in Fast Track
- Equipment: Zoll Defibrillator, Level One Blood Transfuser, QinFlow Blood Warmer, Hospira Plum360, Freestyle and iSTAT POC devices, Ultrasound Guided IV
- Electronic Health Record (EHR): Cerner
- Patient Population: ESRD, Cirrhosis, COPD, Psychiatric, Substance Abuse Disorders, CHF, Abdominal Pain, Chest Pain
Position Details
- Role: Registered Nurse
- Specialty: Emergency Medicine
- Shift: Mids (3 PM - 3 AM)
- Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
- Weekend Hours: Minimum two weekends per schedule
- Call Requirements: None
- Float Requirements: None
- Team Nursing and Pod System in place
- Social Worker and Unit Educator assigned to the department
Required Certifications
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid RN license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years of Trauma experience, including experience within the last year
- Experience in Stroke care
- Experience with Moderate Sedation
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Current ACLS, PALS, BLS, and TNCC certifications
Preferred Experience
- 2 years Emergency Department experience preferred
Common Diagnoses/Treatments Encountered
- ESRD (End-Stage Renal Disease)
- Substance Abuse Disorders
- Psychological Disorders
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- CHF (Congestive Heart Failure)
- Abdominal Pain
- Chest Pain
Education
- Registered Nurse (RN) with ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) or higher
Location Highlights
- Located in the scenic San Juan River Valley with access to rivers, golf courses, lakes, and national parks
- Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and sightseeing
- Affordable and friendly community environment
This job does not require prior travel experience.
Facility
San Juan Regional Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with San Juan Regional Medical Center
Pros
Unit is comprised of many travelers. Core staff and travelers have all been fantastic! The unit is set up quite well to manage the surges of patients. It is the only main hospital around so it can definitely provide good experience. Most of the providers I've encountered over the last couple months actually listen to the nurses and are easy to work with.
Cons
It is definitely busy before the size of the town. I can't say I have any other cons.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 184 beds
About Farmington, NM
As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Farmington, NM here's what you should know:- Farmington's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Farmington.
- Farmington is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- Farmington offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events.
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