Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an off-campus Emergency Department position requiring 2+ years of ED experience, evening shift availability, and a WA or compact RN license.

Details

• Off-campus Emergency Department (ED) location, open 24/7, with 8-10 beds
• Patient population spans neonates to geriatrics, with approximately 25% pediatric cases; includes walk-in traumas, cardiac, neuro, GI, respiratory, psych, and frequent GSW drop-offs
• Standard patient ratio is 1:4; fast track ratio is 1:6 with an RN/NP team
• 12-hour evening shifts; shift start times include 1100 and 1300
• Every other weekend rotation required
• 6-week scheduling cycles
• Up to 5 days of RTO available
• No floating required
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris infusion pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system

Requirements

• Active WA state or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, Advanced NRP, NIHSS, and TNCC
• Minimum 2 full years of ED experience required (any trauma level)
• Strong IV skills required, including blood draws (majority of draws are RN-performed)
• Experience with chest tubes and central lines required
• Competency with medication administration, including mixing own medications
• Traveler Telemetry Competency exam must be completed and passed prior to start
• At least one supervisor-level reference (charge nurse or above) required for consideration; a second reference will be needed prior to start

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Orientation includes a hospital orientation day, a full day with the unit educator, an 8-hour respiratory/ventilator class, and a full day on the unit
• No respiratory therapists are on-site; RNs are responsible for managing ventilators and BiPAP — training is provided during onboarding
• No on-site pharmacy; RNs mix their own medications under remote pharmacist supervision via video conference
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be required; facility will provide training if needed
• Unit support includes a charge nurse, ED physician, ER tech, and front desk staff
• Scrubs may be any color
• Free parking is available on-site
• Holiday coverage expectations are negotiable