Travel Emergency Room (ER) Nurse - Dawson, GA

An experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with Emergency Room (ER) specialization is sought for a travel assignment in Dawson, GA. This role offers 17-week contracts with an immediate start, requiring dedication and expertise in a Level 1 Trauma Facility setting. Work 12-hour shifts with guaranteed 36 or 48 hours weekly, supporting critical care in a fast-paced emergency environment.

Location Overview: Dawson is a welcoming community in Georgia, blending small-town charm with easy access to outdoor recreation and cultural activities. Its peaceful surroundings provide a balanced lifestyle for professionals relocating or traveling for work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care in a 25-bed monitored ER with trauma bays and designated fast-track areas.
• Triage and assess approximately 140 patient visits daily, including pediatric to geriatric cases.
• Collaborate with physicians, mid-level providers, and multidisciplinary teams for patient stabilization and care.
• Manage EMR documentation using Meditech 6.15.
• Participate in mandatory exams including Cardiac Rhythms and ESI Triage during orientation.
• Maintain patient safety with security and sitter support as needed.
• Administer nursing duties including lab draws, IV starts, and ventilator monitoring until admissions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Current RN licensure with at least 5 years in a Level 1 Trauma ER; minimum 2 years in an acute care setting.
• Current TNCC certification is mandatory.
• Proficient in Meditech 6.15 electronic medical records.
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, ASLS or NIHSS.
• Previous ER experience with high patient acuity preferred.
• No first-time travelers; direct ER experience required.

Additional Details:

• Weekend coverage every 3-4th weekend; holidays every other.
• Scrub color Caribbean Blue.
• COVID immunization is optional, with weekly testing required if unvaccinated.
• Orientation includes 1-2 shifts floor-specific.

This opportunity is ideal for seasoned ER nurses ready for a travel assignment in a dynamic trauma center. Apply now to advance your career while delivering vital emergency care in a supportive environment.