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Registered Nurse – Emergency Department

Location: Sanford, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide emergency nursing care in a 21-bed Emergency Department, including telemetry, behavioral health, and fast track rooms. The role involves managing a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a diverse patient population of all ages.

Work Schedule

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Hours per week: 36 (weekly guaranteed)
Weekend hours: Every other weekend and some holidays
Call requirements: None
Float requirements: As needed

Unit & Patient Information

Unit: Emergency Department
Number of beds: 21 (12 telemetry beds, 3 behavioral health beds, 5 fast track rooms)
Patient ratio: 1:5
Patient population: All ages
Common diagnoses/treatments: COPD, DKA, Sepsis, Cardiac Emergencies, Neurological Emergencies, Stroke
Equipment: Emergency equipment
Electronic Health Record (EHR) system: Cerner

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Trauma experience
Certifications (must have prior to start):
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- De-escalation training such as Healthcare Worker Certification (HWC), Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), or Managing Aggressive Behavior (MAB)

Preferred Experience & Skills

Emergency nursing, trauma, resuscitation
IV therapy, IV drips, oxygen support, blood product administration
Basic telemetry/EKG interpretation
Experience in Emergency Medicine and Psychiatric Emergency Room is a plus
Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Additional Information

Dress code: Scrubs of any color; no open-toed footwear, spandex pants, or sweatshirts allowed
Orientation: Weekly on Mondays
Location highlights: Small-town charm with access to nearby metropolitan areas and recreational activities

Notes

Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the assignment location to qualify as travel staff.

Facility

Central Carolina Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
127 beds

ADDRESS1135 Carthage StreetSanford, NC 27330

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About Sanford, NC

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

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Sanford, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

The average high in summer is around 89°F, and the average low in winter is around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

There are options for short-term rentals in Sanford, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Sanford, NC is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population in Sanford, NC is diverse, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the climate.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Sanford, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
There are also opportunities for art and music appreciation, as well as sports activities and outdoor recreation.

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