Travel Registered Nurse (RN) / Emergency Dept

Overview

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) / Emergency Dept (Mids 1pm) – contract, in‑office Carlsbad, NM.

Position Details

Contract; 13 weeks; starts ASAP; shift Mids, 1pm‑1am; floating required.

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS, ENPC required
• NRP preferred
• Fingerprints required for all NM travelers
• No call required

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse holds shift accountability for providing care to Emergency Room patients by utilizing the Nursing Process in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and Hospital policy and procedures. The registered nurse demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgement and leadership in the anticipation and planning for safe delivery of care of the patient in the Emergency Department; maintains clinical competencies through continuing education; delegates patient care priorities commensurate with the education and experience of the staff available; provides direction and supervision of assigned personnel delivering patient care.

Responsibilities include:

• Knowledge of nursing process & clinical nursing practices
• Perform thorough assessments & communicate findings effectively
• Proficient in administering medications & monitoring side effects
• Strong organizational skills & attention to detail in documenting patient care
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control & quality improvement initiatives

Additional Information

• Call Out/Off Requirement: 2 hours prior to shift start.
• Blocked Scheduling is NOT approved.
• 48 hr. guarantees are NOT approved.
• RTO blackout dates or required holidays: 1 Summer & 1 Winter; dependent on dept needs.
• Floating is required.
• Scrub Color: Any color – full inform; no t‑shirts / hoodies & only undershirts to be worn under scrub top.
• EMR: MedHost (EDIS).