Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Utica, New York
Wynn Hospital

Job Opportunity: ER Registered Nurse

Location: Utica, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a brand new, state-of-the-art Emergency Department (ED) facility near downtown with various local amenities.
• Day shift schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:30 AM – 7:00 PM).
• Patient ratios may vary due to high patient volume; expect ratios from 1:4 up to 1:5 or more during surge periods.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New York.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department, including experience within the last year.
• Current certifications:

  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID).
• Emergency Contact Form (prior to start).
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year location history search
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM verification (annual)
  • HHS/OIG verification (annual)
  • Education verification
• Harassment Prevention Training Certificate (New York state requirement, annual).
• Facility-specific documents including:

  • Photo for badge (headshot, plain background, no head coverings)
  • Signed job description and welcome packet acknowledgment
  • Omnicell form (for nursing staff)
  • Completion of online learning modules prior to first shift
• Physical exam within 1 year of start date.
• Fit mask test within 1 year and updated annually (N95 or equivalent respirators).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (PPD, Quantiferon Gold accepted; Tspot not accepted).
• Immunization or proof of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, declination, or vaccine series)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season (September 1 – March 31).
• Pneumonia vaccination or declination required.
• Annual competency exams as applicable, including:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency (required for ED staff, expires every 3 years)
• Skills checklist required annually.
• Two professional references within 3 years for travel, allied, or per diem acute care roles.

Additional Notes

• Locals are accepted for this position.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Patient care ratios may be stretched during high volume periods; flexibility is important.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a modern ED environment with a supportive team and access to advanced technology.