Travel Emergency Room Registered Nurse
20 days ago
Greeley
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Greeley, Colorado. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: ED - Emergency Department, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: 09/22/2025, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours, nights, • Employment Type: Travel Position Title: Emergency Room (ER) Nurse \n 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. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Triage patients based on the severity of their condition and prioritize care accordingly.\n, • Perform thorough physical assessments and obtain detailed medical histories from patients.\n, • Monitor vital signs, laboratory results, and patient status, identifying changes and responding appropriately.\n\n\n, • Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and interventions as directed by the physician.\n, • Provide wound care, assist with procedures, and manage trauma or critical care patients.\n, • Prepare patients for diagnostic tests, surgeries, or other procedures as required.\n, • Ensure proper documentation of all treatments, medications, and patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR).\n\n\n, • Work in collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.\n, • Effectively communicate with patients and their families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and expected outcomes.\n, • Assist with educating patients on follow-up care, preventive measures, and any necessary lifestyle adjustments.\n\n\n, • Respond to medical emergencies quickly and effectively, providing advanced life support (ALS) when needed.\n, • Take swift action in the event of cardiac arrest, trauma, or other urgent health conditions.\n, • Manage life-threatening situations with a calm demeanor, ensuring the safety and stability of patients.\n\n\n, • Advocate for patients by ensuring they receive timely and appropriate care.\n, • Provide emotional support to patients and families during stressful situations.\n, • Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.\n\n\n, • Adhere to all hospital and department policies, protocols, and standards of care.\n, • Ensure that all equipment is properly sterilized and maintained.\n, • Follow infection control guidelines to reduce the risk of hospital-acquired infections.\n\n\n, • Stay updated with the latest trends, guidelines, and best practices in emergency nursing care.\n, • Participate in continuing education programs, workshops, and other training to maintain certifications and expand clinical knowledge.\n, • Education:\n\n, • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.\n\n\n, • Licensure:\n\n, • Current state RN license in good standing.\n, • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.\n, • Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications preferred.\n\n\n, • Skills:\n\n, • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.\n, • Ability to remain calm and focused in high-stress situations.\n, • Proficient in using medical equipment, including monitors, defibrillators, and IV pumps.\n, • Work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases, trauma, and other health hazards.\n, • Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.\n, • Health, dental, and vision insurance.\n, • Retirement savings plan.\n