What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RN - Emergency Dept position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is offering a rewarding Travel Emergency Dept - Emergency Dept position in Newburyport, Massachusetts. RN travelers who work with us receive a highly competitive pay and benefits package. You'll enjoy the personalized client service that has earned us high ratings from travelers nationwide - and the security that comes from working with an established, Joint Commission-certified agency.
More about traveling in Massachusetts: A Massachusetts travel job gets you up close to U.S. history. Known for its superb medical facilities, Boston, MA is a great option, and you're never far from the state's coastal resorts.
Job Responsibilities:
Emergency Room nurses are responsible for assessing a patient's injuries or condition upon arrival. A successful Emergency Dept nurse must have excellent attention to detail and verbal communication skills. The nurse must be able to identify signs and symptoms and communicate the assessment of the patient to the physician. The ER nurse assists in implementing treatment plans, explaining prescription information, administering IVs, medications, and injections, and conducting EKGs and other triage elements. Emergency room nurses must understand hospital discharge policies, as well as government policies on treating, transferring, and discharging patients from the hospital. When patients are being discharged from the ER, emergency room nurses must educate the patient and patient's family about home treatment. Ideal candidates for emergency room travel nurse positions combine a calm temperament with the ability to work long shifts in a stressful and busy environment.Job Qualifications:
- 1 year of recent experience in this specialty and setting
- Valid nursing license as required by this state
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through AHA recommended and may be required
- Specialty-related certifications are preferred and may be required
- Professional References
- Additional job specific requirements will be provided by your Recruiter
Job Benefits:
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- 401(k) Plan
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Responsibilities
Emergency Room nurses are responsible for assessing a patient's injuries or condition upon arrival. A successful Emergency Dept nurse must have excellent attention to detail and verbal communication skills. The nurse must be able to identify signs and symptoms and communicate the assessment of the patient to the physician. The ER nurse assists in implementing treatment plans, explaining prescription information, administering IVs, medications, and injections, and conducting EKGs and other triage elements. Emergency room nurses must understand hospital discharge policies, as well as government policies on treating, transferring, and discharging patients from the hospital. When patients are being discharged from the ER, emergency room nurses must educate the patient and patient's family about home treatment. Ideal candidates for emergency room travel nurse positions combine a calm temperament with the ability to work long shifts in a stressful and busy environment.Requirements
- 1 year of recent experience in this specialty and setting
- Valid nursing license as required by this state
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification through AHA recommended and may be required
- Specialty-related certifications are preferred and may be required
- Professional References
- Additional job specific requirements will be provided by your Recruiter
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- 401(k) Plan
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
