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Job Opportunity: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel/Contract

Location

Clinton, Maryland

Position Details

Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (1900-0730)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Work in a high-volume Emergency Department (ED) with at least 45,600 visits per year (approximately 125 visits per day)
Triage experience required
Float within skillset as needed
Work every other weekend and every other holiday

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland
Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Completion of at least one travel/contract nursing assignment
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience in an Acute Care setting
Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Successful completion of the EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam
Experience with Cerner electronic medical record (EMR) system
Triage experience

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
E-Verify and I9 documentation required upon hire
Valid driver's license if driving is an essential job function
Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
Immunizations and health screenings:
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with additional requirements if history of TB)
- Tdap vaccine within last 10 years preferred
- Documentation of immunity or vaccination for Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
- Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
- Varicella immunity or vaccination documentation
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season
N95 Fit Test within 9 months of start and updated annually (not required for sterile processing techs)
Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start date
Annual competency exams including medication/pharmacology and dysrhythmia/EKG competency (minimum 80% score required)
Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information

Additional Notes

Locals within 60 miles may be considered at a different rate (not disclosed here)
Must be able to work night shifts and meet weekend/holiday requirements
Must be able to float within skillset as needed

This position is ideal for experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurses with recent ED experience, prior travel nursing assignments, and required certifications who are comfortable working night shifts in a busy hospital setting.

Facility

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

3.6rating(51 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

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Short Term Acute Care
232 beds

ADDRESS7503 Surratts RoadClinton, MD 20735

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About Clinton, MD

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Clinton, MD here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Clinton, MD is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the main contributor.
However, wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 26°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short term rentals in Clinton, MD, and they are relatively easy to find.

Transportation

The area is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

There are various restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the area has a growing art and music scene.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local recreational activities, and there are outdoor spaces for hiking and nature exploration.

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