Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Wilmington, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Nights

This position is part of an ED Holding Support team located in the Float Pool, focused on delivering high-quality patient care within a fast-paced environment.

Job Details:

• Unit: ED Holding Unit
• Shift: 12 hours, 18:45 - 07:15
• Contract Duration: 36 and 48-hour contracts accepted; longer contracts through 2/27/2027 may also be available.
• Weekends: Every other weekend required
• Holidays: Must be available to work holidays
• Patient Ratios: MS/Tele 1:6-1:7; may see PCU patients with a ratio of 1:3-1:4

Role Responsibilities:

The Registered Nurse will care for patients located within the Emergency Department who are awaiting an inpatient bed. Responsibilities include:

• Manage and assess a diverse adult patient population with various medical and surgical diagnoses.
• Provide care for PCU-level patients as necessary.
• Float to various units, including the Emergency Department and MedSurg areas, based on patient needs.
• Participate in management of patients while they await transfer to inpatient units.
• Adhere to a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team protocol during catastrophic events or disasters.

Qualifications:

• Required Skills: Basic Life Support (BLS), National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Preferred Credentials: Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in MS/Tele and Emergency Department holding experience; travel experience is essential.
• Work Environment: Ability to keep pace with a busy unit and handle a 1:6-7 patient ratio.

Special Procedures / Unit Details:

• The ED Holding unit serves patients in the Emergency Department awaiting inpatient admission.
• Utilizes standard equipment including cardiac monitors and IV pumps.

Unit Orientation:

A comprehensive 12-hour orientation will be provided for all new hires.

Uniform:

Professional attire should consist of navy scrubs.

Additional Notes:

• Successful candidates must pass EKG testing prior to the commencement of work.
• Due to the mixed acuity of patients, candidates may expect to engage in high-demand scenarios.
• Locals are accepted at local rates.