Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,056 per week in Springfield, MO

Job Title: Emergency Department Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Emergency Department Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Evening Hours per Shift: 12 hours (15:00-03:00) Experience: Minimum 1 year in Emergency Department or 2 years in a Level 2 Trauma facility License: Current RN License in the state of Missouri Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS from AHA, TNCC, NIHSS (must obtain prior to start) Must-Have: 1 year of experience in Emergency Department Experience in a busy urban trauma center Description: Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for the provision of patient care. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities consistent with mission, values, and service standards. Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with established guidelines of nursing practice. Demonstrates skill in human relations and communications. Must have demonstrated clinical expertise in the area of responsibility. Stands and walks most of the time on duty. Lifts and pushes patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs. Usually works in a clean, air-conditioned area. Physical demands include pushing, pulling, gripping up to 50 lbs, pinching up to 15 lbs, kneeling, crouching, and crawling minimally.