Job Title: Travel Nurse RN ED - Emergency Department

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse for a temporary assignment in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

Job Description and Requirements

• Specialty: Emergency Department (ED)
• Discipline: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Start Date: March 3rd, 2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Key Responsibilities

• Triage and Patient Assessment:
  • Perform initial assessments of patients presenting in the emergency room, including triaging based on the severity of their condition.
  • Evaluate patient history, conduct physical assessments, and identify urgent health issues to prioritize care.
  • Collect patient vital signs and other relevant data to determine immediate care needs.
• Emergency Care and Treatment:
  • Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as prescribed.
  • Perform wound care, splinting, suturing, and other interventions as needed.
  • Provide emergency life-saving interventions.
• Collaboration with Medical Team:
  • Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Assist with diagnostic testing.
  • Communicate clearly and efficiently with the healthcare team.
• Monitoring and Documentation:
  • Continuously monitor patients' conditions.
  • Document all patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately.
• Patient and Family Communication:
  • Provide clear explanations to patients and their families.
  • Offer emotional support to patients and families experiencing stress or anxiety.
• Infection Control and Safety:
  • Follow strict infection control protocols.
  • Ensure the ER environment remains safe and sterile.
• Crisis Management:
  • Handle a wide range of patient emergencies.
  • Manage high-stress situations effectively.
• Patient Discharge and Follow-Up:
  • Provide discharge instructions and explain the next steps in care.
• Teamwork and Mentorship:
  • Collaborate with emergency room staff.
  • Act as a mentor or preceptor for new nurses and students.

The Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department provides critical care to patients in urgent or emergent conditions. They assess, triage, and treat patients in collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring the best outcomes in a dynamic setting.