Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,212 per week in Alturas, CA

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Registered Nurse - Emergency Room & Med-Surg Float Job Summary

Join a dedicated nursing team at a healthcare facility in Alturas, California. This flexible Registered Nurse position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality patient care across both the Emergency Room and Medical-Surgical units, adapting to departmental needs and ensuring comprehensive coverage.

The role involves caring for a diverse patient population, including adult, orthopedic, and pediatric patients on the Med-Surg floor, as well as critically ill and injured patients in the fast-paced Emergency Department. You will be an integral part of a collaborative environment, utilizing your clinical expertise to ensure optimal patient outcomes and contribute to a positive patient experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for patients in the Emergency Room and Med-Surg units.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, monitoring patient responses and adjusting care plans as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary team members, and other departments to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
• Document patient care services accurately and timely in accordance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide life-saving interventions as required, demonstrating strong critical thinking and decision-making.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and discharge instructions to promote self-management and recovery.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse.
• Ability to float between Emergency Room and Medical-Surgical units based on departmental needs.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff and departments.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills (written and oral).
• Commitment to teamwork, patient confidentiality, and professional accountability.
• Adherence to facility dress code, including Caribbean Blue scrubs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in emergency nursing procedures, protocols, and rapid assessment techniques.
• Competency in general medical-surgical nursing care for adult, orthopedic, and pediatric populations.
• Ability to perform rapid patient assessment and prioritize care in dynamic and high-pressure environments.
• Strong critical thinking and independent decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient, family, and team interaction.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills for managing multiple patient assignments.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Nights (NOC)
• Shift Duration: 12 hours
• Days per Week: 3
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: July 22, 2026
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotation: Not specified.

Licensing Requirements

• Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification required within one (1) year of hire.
• Completion of a Sexual Harassment Prevention Training program with a certificate of completion prior to start date.