RN - Er

Good Samaritan Hospital • Puyallup, WA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Registered Nurse position in a Level III Trauma Center Emergency Department with 46 beds (including 5 Safe Psychiatric rooms). The department sees an average of 200 patients per day, ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics, and handles a variety of cases including trauma, GSW, sepsis, COVID-19, high volumes of STEMI and stroke, DKA, mental health issues, respiratory issues, and geriatric population needs. The department is supported by Emergency Room technicians, a 24/7 Resource/Float Nurse, an ED Educator, increased security, a 24/7 House Supervisor, 24/7 Social Work Services, and 24/7 Pharmacy support. The charting system is EPIC, and equipment includes Alaris, Pyxis, and central/bedside telemetry monitoring. The work environment is described as traveler-friendly, fast-paced, and collaborative, with many travelers extending their contracts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Department experience.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• PALS certification.
• TNCC certification.
• NIHSS certification.
• CPI/MOAB certification.
• General Emergency Department experience.
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation skills.
• IV skills.
• Basic knowledge of drips and medication administration.
• Procedural sedation skills.
• Blood administration skills.
• Recent EPIC experience is required.
• Completion and passing of the required competency exam prior to starting is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

• First-time travelers are welcome.
• Experience with TNK and cardiac medications.
• Recent EPIC experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics.
• Manage a variety of patient conditions including trauma, GSW, sepsis, COVID-19, STEMI, stroke, DKA, mental health issues, respiratory issues, and geriatric needs.
• Administer medications and perform procedural sedation.
• Perform cardiac rhythm interpretation.
• Utilize IV skills for medication administration.
• Provide basic knowledge of drips and medication administration.
• Administer blood products.
• Complete required competency exams, including telemetry competency.
• Work 2 of 5 major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day.

Benefits

• 48-hour contracts available
• Traveler-friendly work environment
• Possible shift accommodations
• Schedule provided 3 weeks in advance
• Supportive team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed