Travel ER Nurses Needed ASAP
On-siteHendersonville, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival, prioritizing care based on severity. Explain emergency procedures to patients and families, administer prescribed medications, and prepare equipment for physicians during treatments. Monitor patient comfort and safety, document comprehensive assessments in electronic medical records, and initiate individualized education plans. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, specialists, and social workers to ensure efficient, patient-centered care in critical situations. Respond to life-saving situations based on emergency nursing standards and protocols. Requires one year of recent ER experience, valid RN license, and ability to work under pressure. 13-week travel assignment in Henderson, North Carolina.
Required Qualifications
- One year of recent experience as an ER RN
- Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position
- Must be able to move about
- Must be able to move equipment (50-100lbs)
- Must be able to push
- Must be able to pull
- Must be able to bend
- Must have the ability to grasp
- Must have the ability to perform fine manipulation
- Must have the ability to push/pull
- Must have the ability to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
- Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure
- Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally
- Must be able to work without assistance from other personnel
- Must possess visual acuity
- Must be able to effectively communicate
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced emergency department setting
- Must be able to assess patient conditions
- Must be able to implement urgent care plans
- Must be able to administer life-saving treatments
- Must be able to collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Must demonstrate strong clinical skills
- Must demonstrate exceptional critical thinking abilities
- Must demonstrate excellent communication under pressure
- Must be committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics
- Must be able to rapidly assess and triage patients upon arrival
- Must be able to prioritize care based on the severity of their condition
- Must be able to explain emergency procedures and treatments to patients and families
- Must be able to administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved emergency nursing techniques and protocols
- Must be able to prepare equipment and aid physicians during emergency treatments and examinations
- Must be able to monitor patient comfort and safety throughout their time in the emergency department
- Must be able to respond to immediate needs
- Must be able to observe and document patient conditions as required within scope of practice
- Must be able to respond to life-saving situations based upon emergency nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols
- Must be able to document comprehensive nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records (EMR)
- Must be able to initiate patient education plans according to individualized needs
- Must be able to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, specialists, paramedics, social workers and other support staff
- Must be able to adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
- Must be able to work in Henderson, North Carolina
- Must be available for a 13-week travel assignment
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