Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department - $34-54 per hour

Medical Solutions Direct Hire is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) ED - Emergency Department for a nursing job in Macomb, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
• Employment Type: Staff

Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ER/ED RN)
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Day or Night Shift

Pay Range:

$34.00 - $54.00

A patient-focused healthcare organization is hiring an Emergency Department Registered Nurse (ER/ED RN) for a permanent, full-time opportunity in a fast-paced emergency care environment. This role offers the opportunity to care for a diverse patient population while working collaboratively with physicians, respiratory therapy, ER technicians, and interdisciplinary support teams in an 11-bed Emergency Department.

Position Overview

· Permanent, full-time ER RN role

· 11-bed Emergency Department

· Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3 or 1:4

· ER holds managed directly by ER nursing staff

· Nihon Koden telemetry monitoring system (RNs interpret their own telemetry strips)

· 24/7 physician coverage with 12-hour Nurse Practitioner coverage

· Charge nurse carries patient assignments

· House Supervisor support available after 3 PM daily

Shift Details

· 12-hour shifts

· Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Saturday & Sunday)

· Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Friday & Saturday or Saturday & Sunday)

· Every other weekend and holiday required

· Scheduling completed on a 6-week rotation

· Scheduling based on departmental needs with flexibility required

· No required call or standby, though open call shifts may be available for pickup

Weekend Program Incentives

Employees select a weekend commitment level upon entering the Weekender Program for a minimum one-year commitment:

· 5 out of 6 weekends worked: Eligible for additional $7.00/hour flat rate

· 11 out of 12 weekends worked: Eligible for additional $11.00/hour flat rate

· Additional weekend premium applies only to eligible weekend shift hours worked

Unit Features

· No trauma level designation

· Not a STEMI or Stroke Center

· No fast-track area

· One triage room utilized when patient rooms are full

· Two safe behavioral health rooms integrated within the ER

· Security available, though not staffed 24/7

· Approximately 40 patients treated daily

· ER Technicians available 24/7

· PRN sitters available for patient observation support

· Respiratory Therapy available for ABGs, intubations, EKGs, and breathing treatments

· Portable X-ray available onsite

· Radiology transports patients except for STAT stroke head CTs, which are transported by ER staff

· Nurses perform initial IV attempts with phlebotomy follow-up as needed

· Steri-path system utilized for blood culture draws

· RT equipment includes ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and Vapotherm

Patient Population

· Cardiac patients

· Respiratory patients

· Gastrointestinal (GI) patients

· Behavioral health patients

· ER hold patients intermixed within the department

Key Responsibilities

· Provide direct emergency nursing care to patients with acute and emergent conditions

· Perform rapid patient assessments and prioritize care effectively

· Manage ER holds alongside active emergency patient assignments

· Monitor telemetry and interpret cardiac rhythm strips

· Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, ER technicians, and interdisciplinary teams

· Troubleshoot respiratory support equipment including ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and Vapotherm

· Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation

· Float to supportive task assignments as needed

· May occasionally serve in sitter responsibilities as agency staff

Requirements

· Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

· Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience preferred

· Experience with cardiac, respiratory, and GI patient populations required

· Ability to manage 1:3 or 1:4 nurse-to-patient assignments

· ACLS Certification (Required)

· BLS Certification (Required)

· PALS Certification (Required)

· SANE Certification required (effective January 2023)

· Strong critical thinking and emergency assessment skills

· Experience reading telemetry strips required

Floating Requirements

· Occasional floating to task assignments may be required

· ER nurses may assist in supportive roles based on departmental needs

Dress Code

· Grey scrub tops

· Black pants

Orientation & Training

· Orientation is typically conducted 1:1 with the department Clinical Care Coordinator during the first week

· Orientation length and structure may vary based on EMR and departmental experience

Why This Opportunity

This role is ideal for an RN who thrives in a fast-paced Emergency Department environment and enjoys caring for a diverse patient population. Nurses benefit from strong interdisciplinary support, hands-on emergency care experience, and opportunities to expand clinical expertise in cardiac, respiratory, GI, and behavioral health patient care.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

· Health insurance

· Dental insurance

· Vision insurance

· Paid time off

· Retirement plan

· Career advancement opportunities

Work Location

In person

Selected candidates will be contacted directly to discuss experience, background, and next steps in the interview process.

Please contact Eric Solomon at to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

About Medical Solutions Direct Hire

At Medical Solutions, we’re people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there’s a whole lot of care going on in our world and that’s just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation’s largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we’re the very best at what we do. You’ll love our culture that’s filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we’re sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you’ll find a great place to work and a career home. We’ve received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we’ve made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you’ll fit right in.