Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma in Spokane Valley, WA

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (12-Hour Nights)

Location

Spokane Valley, WA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts (7p–7a) | Every-other-weekend rotation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a 21-bed Emergency Department (plus hallway, fast track, and outpatient overflow beds) at a Level 3 Trauma Center serving a diverse patient population including geriatric, abdominal pain, chest pain, stroke, psychiatric, respiratory, and approximately 15% pediatric cases
• Manage a patient ratio of 1:4, working within a pod-based model of 8 patients across 3 nurses
• Perform and assist with advanced skills including TNK administration, conscious sedation, chest tube management, and central line care
• Document and manage patient records using EPIC EMR (required); operate Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing systems
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including 24/7 charge nurse coverage, ER techs, hospitalists, respiratory therapy, and HUC/receptionist support
• Adhere to weekend rotation (every other weekend) and fulfill one holiday obligation per contract period

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI or MOAB, and NIHSS certifications required
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR required
• Must complete MHS Tele Test prior to arrival

Preferred Experience / Skills

• 5 or more years of Emergency Department experience preferred
• Experience with ultrasound-guided IV placement
• Familiarity with telemetry monitoring (bedside and remote)
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Why Join Us

• Work within a supportive, team-oriented Emergency Department backed by robust 24/7 ancillary support including respiratory therapy, hospitalists, phlebotomy-certified ER techs, and charge nurse coverage
• Enjoy free on-site parking and a structured orientation program including NEO, EPIC training, skills check-offs, and precepted shifts to set you up for success