Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Charleston, West Virginia
Charleston Area Medical Center General Hospital

Job Opportunity: Emergency Department Registered Nurse

Location: Charleston, West Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 3x12 hour nights (7 PM - 7 AM), weekdays, every other weekend required
• Patient Ratio: 4:1
• Patient Population: Infants to Geriatrics
• Unit Description: Level 1 Trauma, 24 beds

  • Neurological, orthopedic, psychiatric, renal emergencies
  • Special focus on trauma
  • High psychiatric patient population (no separate psych area)
  • Multiple high acuity patients boarding

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid RN license in West Virginia
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department (ED) experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Certifications required (issued by American Heart Association unless otherwise noted):

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – must be completed at least 1 week before start (online courses not accepted)
• Skills: IV start, Telemetry
• References: Minimum 2 manager/charge nurse references within past 2 years required

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating within scope may be required to meet facility needs
• Blocked schedules possible (discuss during interview)

Candidate Submission Requirements

• Must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be considered (75-100 miles considered case-by-case)
• Permanent employees cannot return as travelers for 2 years after last permanent date worked
• Must clearly state shift preference (any, days, or nights) in submission
• Submission packet must include:

  • Candidate profile/work history
  • Specialty-specific skills checklist
  • RN license verification (NURSYS verification within 2 days of submission)
  • Social Security card (legible)
  • Minimum 2 manager/charge nurse references

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, signed by appropriate healthcare provider, stating candidate is in good health and able to perform job duties
• Drug Screen: Within 30 days of start, including standard panel (amphetamines, barbiturates, cocaine, opiates, etc.)
• Vaccinations & Testing:

  • COVID-19 vaccination not mandatory; proof of vaccination or signed declination required
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31) unless approved medical/religious exemption
  • Tdap vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted with approval)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) and Varicella immunity required (vaccines or positive titers)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or immunity documentation required
• Fit Mask Testing: Annual fit testing required (N95 masks accepted); accommodations available if needed
• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start
  • Sex offender search, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks required and must be current
• Pass/Fail Testing: EKG, medication calculation, and blood administration tests required for nursing candidates

Additional Notes

• Orientation is held every other Thursday and lasts two days (Thursday and Friday)
• Orientation includes Cerner Infusion Management training
• Candidates must review and acknowledge facility policies including dress code, blood administration, math calculation packet, and EKG review prior to start
• Candidates must complete required inservice training modules approximately 1 week before start (estimated 4 hours)
• Candidates with latex allergy must notify manager to avoid exposure
• Candidates requesting vaccination exemptions must complete appropriate exemption forms and obtain approval prior to start

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a high-acuity Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department with a diverse patient population. Candidates must meet all licensing, certification, and compliance requirements to be considered.