What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Nurse RN - ER/Trauma - $1,894 per week in Tucumcari, NM position at Travel Nurse Source?
TravelNurseSource is working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified ER / Trauma RN in Tucumcari, New Mexico, 88401!
Pay Information
1,894 per week
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Room (ER) provides critical care to patients in urgent or emergent conditions. The RN in the ER works in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, delivering immediate care to patients suffering from injuries, illnesses, or trauma. They assess, triage, and treat patients in collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring the best outcomes in a dynamic setting.
Key Responsibilities :
Triage and Patient Assessment :
Perform initial assessments of patients presenting in the ER, including triaging based on the severity of their condition.
- Evaluate patient history, conduct physical assessments, and identify urgent health issues to prioritize care.
- Collect patient vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration) and other relevant data to determine immediate care needs.
Emergency Care and Treatment :
Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as prescribed, including intravenous (IV) fluids, antibiotics, pain management, and other emergency medications.
Collaboration with Medical Team :
Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
Monitoring and Documentation :
Continuously monitor patients' conditions, noting changes in vital signs, mental status, and symptoms.
Patient and Family Communication :
Provide clear explanations to patients and their families about diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans.
Infection Control and Safety :
Follow strict infection control protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Crisis Management :
Handle a wide range of patient emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions, using critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills.
Patient Discharge and Follow-Up :
Provide discharge instructions and explain the next steps in care, including medication instructions, follow-up appointments, or referrals.
Teamwork and Mentorship :
Collaborate with emergency room staff, including physicians, nurses, support staff, and paramedics, to ensure coordinated patient care.
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Job Requirements
Required for Onboarding
About Magnet Medical
We are new and nimble! Even though our company is new we have over 30 years of experience in the Healthcare Staffing world. We have taken all the exceptional things we’ve learned over the years and put them into Magnet MEdical. We are committed to providing the best Quality, Care, Service and Support to those who are providing care to the patients. We work with Hospitals and Skilled Nursing Facilities across all 50 states. We can’t do our jobs without you so let’s work together to help you meet all of your goals!
We have recently merged two staffing companies to create Magnet Medical which allows us to offer more opportunities to our travelers!
Modalities we staff :
Since we are new and nimble, we are not set in our ways so that we can be flexible to our candidate and client needs. We are here when you need us!
Salary : $1,894
