Emergency Department Registered Nurse
La Plata, Maryland
University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (ED RN - Nights)

Location: La Plata, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Unit: Emergency Department (ED)
• Shift: Nights (36 or 48 hours accepted; every other weekend required)
• Start Date: January 26, 2026
• Patient Population: All ages from infant to geriatrics in a fast-paced, high volume ER (not a trauma center)
• Average Daily Census: 130 patients
• Number of Beds: 47
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Experience: 2 years preferred; will consider less than 2 years with strong skillset; first-time travelers accepted
• Floating: Required within the specialty
• On-call: Not required
• Holidays: Required as scheduled

Licenses & Certifications Required

• Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA only, e-cards with eCodes required, must not expire within 30 days of start
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) - Required as applicable
• NIH Stroke Certification - Required for ED staff, must be updated annually
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) - NCC C-EFM required (AWHONN not accepted)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., NRP, TNCC, CHEMO, STABLE)

Required Documents & Compliance

• I9 or Attestation
• Government Issued Photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Background Checks including:

  • 7-year criminal search within 30 days of start (updated annually)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start
  • HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start
  • Education Verification for highest level of education
  • Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start
• Employment Application/Resume (completed within 30 days of start)
• Work History Verification (previous 5 years)
• Two supervisory references within 1 year of start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start (including Latex Screen)
• Fit Test for N95 respirator within 1 year of start (specific mask types required)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray (updated annually)
• Immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination accepted, series not accepted)
  • Varicella
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (not required for ER RN unless Peds ER)
• Negative Drug Screen (9 or 10 panel depending on facility) within 30-45 days prior to start
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct-Apr)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required for this location but documentation may be collected for tracking

Competency Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (score 80% or higher)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Competency Exam (score 80% or higher)
• Age Specific Competency Exam (score 80% or higher)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (score 80% or higher, excludes some roles)

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge (passport style with solid white/beige background)
• Completion of Computer System Agreement, Confidentiality Statement, Corporate Compliance Acknowledgement prior to start
• Signing of facility-specific job description and confidentiality agreement
• Security ID application within 72 hours of signing contract
• Review of dress code prior to start
• Completion of Portfolio Epic Training Test Out Form if applicable

Additional Notes

• Floating within the specialty is required
• Every other weekend and holidays as scheduled are required
• Locals accepted at local rate (not detailed here)
• First-time travelers are welcome

This position offers an opportunity to work in a busy emergency department with a diverse patient population in a supportive environment requiring strong clinical skills and flexibility.