Travel RN - Emergency Dept

Details Acute care community hospital Emergency Department setting Small ED with 5 beds and 2 trauma bays, averaging 40–50 patients per day Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3 Diverse patient population ranging from minor injuries to major traumas, STEMIs, strokes, crush injuries, burns, and amputations — with significant oil field-related trauma cases No fast track; a separate walk-in family practice clinic handles lower-acuity patients Dedicated triage area with 1 triage nurse and 2 triage rooms 1 ED physician on-site 24/7; House Supervisor available in-house 24/7 ED Techs (CNAs) assist with secretary duties, vital signs, ADLs, and I&Os RT dedicated to the ED during day shift; covers the full hospital at night — RNs manage respiratory equipment and treatments as needed RNs are required to read and interpret telemetry and EKGs independently X-ray and CT available 24/7; ultrasound, IR, and MRI also available; portable imaging available Phlebotomy available; RNs may also draw labs as needed 12-hour day shifts (7a–7p) Every other weekend required No floating or on-call requirements EMR: TruBridge (Evident) Requirements Active NM or Compact RN license required Minimum 5 years of Emergency Department experience required; Trauma Level I or II ED experience accepted Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, NRP, and NIHSS Must be proficient in mixing and titrating critical drips (e.g., Amiodarone, Cardizem, Epinephrine, Insulin) Must demonstrate strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently Ability to read and interpret telemetry and 12-lead EKGs required Additional Information Online orientation modules (~20 hours) must be completed prior to starting on the floor; instructions provided via email before the assignment begins 1–2 days of on-unit preceptor orientation provided based on individual needs Travelers are not expected to take on a charge nurse role Scheduling is flexible but not guaranteed as block scheduling; travelers are expected to help fill gaps in the permanent staff schedule Holiday rotation participation may be required No call or standby requirements Scrub color: Navy Blue; jackets without hoods are permitted Despite being a small community hospital, the facility offers a broad range of capabilities and is actively pursuing Trauma Level IV designation First-time travelers are welcome to apply