Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,239 per week in Penn Yan, NY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Penn Yan, NY
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,239 per week
Shift Information: 3 days
Contract Duration: 14 Weeks
Start Date: 12/2/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Emergency Department Registered Nurse Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Emergency Duration: 14 weeks Shift: Full-Time Days or Nights as scheduled (3x12s) Hours per Shift: 36 hours/week Experience: One year of acute hospital experience as a registered professional nurse License: RN Licensure Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, Stroke Certification (AHA or RQI only) Must-Have: Two years of experience in the Emergency Department Description: The Emergency Department Registered Nurse applies knowledge of nursing theory, technical, and communication skills in delivering high-quality compassionate care to patients and families. The ED RN assesses patient needs, identifies urgent or emergent care priorities, and collaboratively provides direct care. He/She applies appropriate interventions and evaluates patient progress. The ED RN demonstrates skill in the use of various invasive and non-invasive procedures, treatments, and therapeutic interventions appropriate for managing life-threatening and routine emergency situations. He/She utilizes the principles of relationship-based care to alleviate anxiety, provide information, and address pain, discomfort, and safety. The ED RN assesses the physiological, psychosocial, emotional, and cultural needs of patients of all age groups, their families, and support systems as appropriate. The ED RN connects with patients and families during triage and identifies the initial management of patients of all age groups. He/She assigns priority of care in accordance with established Triage Standards. The ED RN establishes rapport with patients and families, addresses comfort needs, listens carefully, and assesses nonverbal communication. He/She provides frequent updates and conveys information concisely and accurately. The ED RN conducts a primary assessment of critical needs, detects and documents major deviations from the norm for all age groups, and correctly identifies necessary interventions. He/She uses direct observation, patient/family interviews, EMS reports, and data to conduct secondary assessments. The ED RN identifies contributing factors, health history, and events or activities preceding the emergent health event. He/She assesses the psychosocial needs of each individual, and documents and reports any suspicion of domestic violence or abuse across all age groups. The ED RN reassesses patients to identify responses to treatment and/or changes in condition and responds appropriately. He/She encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members to accomplish the best possible patient outcomes. The ED RN teaches others as appropriate and delegates tasks and interventions consistent with individual education, training, and scope of practice. He/She understands the personal responsibility to safeguard public safety through compliance with infection prevention strategies. The ED RN prepares patients and families for diagnostic procedures and treatments. He/She makes appropriate referrals for post-emergency care and teaches the patient what is needed to continue care or healing at home. The ED RN assesses patient/family learning styles and structures sessions to maximize understanding. He/She asks questions to evaluate retention of key points in education and discharge instructions. The ED RN seeks to understand what is most important to the patient and family, acknowledging that they are the central focus of all care and services. He/She embraces the importance of creating a Healing Environment as a key element of professional nursing practice. The ED RN keeps patients and significant others informed of the process of care and anticipates needs. He/She maintains awareness of the patient's condition throughout the emergency visit and updates communication boards as necessary.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS - AHA
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam