Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,912 per week

Company: Wellspring Nurse Source
Location: Canton
Posted on: February 8, 2025

Job Description:

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,912 per week at Wellspring Nurse Source summary:
A Travel Nurse RN specializing in Emergency Department (ED) care is responsible for providing high-quality medical attention to patients facing acute medical challenges. Working in a fast-paced environment, they assess, prioritize, and treat patients while ensuring safety and effective collaboration with healthcare teams. With critical thinking and emergency response skills, they play a vital role in crisis management and patient advocacy.
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Canton, Ohio.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/28/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: TravelPosition Title: Emergency Room (ER) Nurse
  Job Summary: The ER Nurse is a critical member of the healthcare team responsible for providing high-quality, urgent medical care to patients in the emergency department (ED). They assess, monitor, and treat patients with acute medical conditions and injuries, ensuring prompt and effective care in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. The ER Nurse works closely with doctors, specialists, and other healthcare staff to deliver patient-centered care while maintaining safety, efficiency, and compassion.
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  Patient Assessment:
  
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  • Triage patients based on the severity of their condition and prioritize care accordingly.
    
  • Perform thorough physical assessments and obtain detailed medical histories from patients.
    
  • Monitor vital signs, laboratory results, and patient status, identifying changes and responding appropriately.
    
    
    
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    Emergency Care and Treatment:
    
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    • Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and interventions as directed by the physician.
      
    • Provide wound care, assist with procedures, and manage trauma or critical care patients.
      
    • Prepare patients for diagnostic tests, surgeries, or other procedures as required.
      
    • Ensure proper documentation of all treatments, medications, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR).
      
      
      
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      Collaboration and Communication:
      
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      • Work in collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.
        
      • Effectively communicate with patients and their families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and expected outcomes.
        
      • Assist with educating patients on follow-up care, preventive measures, and any necessary lifestyle adjustments.
        
        
        
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        Crisis Management:
        
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        • Respond to medical emergencies quickly and effectively, providing advanced life support (ALS) when needed.
          
        • Take swift action in the event of cardiac arrest, trauma, or other urgent health conditions.
          
        • Manage life-threatening situations with a calm demeanor, ensuring the safety and stability of patients.
          
          
          
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          Patient Advocacy and Support:
          
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          • Advocate for patients by ensuring they receive timely and appropriate care.
            
          • Provide emotional support to patients and families during stressful situations.
            
          • Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
            
            
            
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            Compliance and Safety:
            
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            • Adhere to all hospital and department policies, protocols, and standards of care.
              
            • Ensure that all equipment is properly sterilized and maintained.
              
            • Follow infection control guidelines to reduce the risk of hospital-acquired infections.
              
              
              
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              Education and Professional Development:
              
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              • Stay updated with the latest trends, guidelines, and best practices in emergency nursing care.
                
              • Participate in continuing education programs, workshops, and other training to maintain certifications and expand clinical knowledge.
                
              • Mentor and guide new nurses and students within the department.
                
                
                
                Qualifications:
                
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                • Education:
                  
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                  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
                    
                    
                    
                  • Licensure:
                    
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                    • Current state RN license in good standing.
                      
                    • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.
                      
                    • Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications preferred.
                      
                      
                      
                    • Skills:
                      
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                      • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
                        
                      • Ability to remain calm and focused in high-stress situations.
                        
                      • Proficient in using medical equipment, including monitors, defibrillators, and IV pumps.
                        
                      • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients, families, and team members.
                        
                        
                        
                        Working Conditions:
                        
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                        • Work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases, trauma, and other health hazards.
                          
                        • Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
                          
                        • Physical demands may include standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, and responding quickly in emergencies.
                          
                          Benefits:
                          
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                          • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
                            
                          • Retirement savings plan.
                            
                          • Continuing education reimbursement and certification support.
                            Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #30417791. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Rn ErAbout Wellspring Nurse SourceWellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. - We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. - We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. - You're not just a number at Wellspring, you're a valued member of our family. - Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.
                            
                            Keywords:
                            Travel Nurse, Emergency Department Nurse, Acute Care, Patient Assessment, Crisis Management, Healthcare, Nursing, Patient Care, Emergency Medical Services, Nurse Staffing
                            

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