RN - Emergency

Registered Nurse – Emergency RoomOverland Park, KS | Emergency Department (Non-Trauma, Primary Stroke & STEMI Center)Contract | Nights | 3×12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30)Key ResponsibilitiesProvide direct patient care in a combined Adult/Pediatric General Emergency Department with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratioPerform triage and manage typical ED patient presentations, including occasional OB patients requiring management until transferMonitor and manage cardiac dysrhythmias, multisystem organ dysfunction/failure, and patients requiring continuous IV sedation and IV vasopressorsManage central line care, IV therapy, phlebotomy, and respiratory support including CPAP/BiPAP and ventilated patientsAdhere to isolation precautions and maintain compliance with all facility protocolsFulfill holiday shift assignments and Charge RN responsibilities as needed; regular floating may be required between the ED Hold area, departments, units, and facilitiesRequired QualificationsActive RN license — both Kansas and Missouri licensure (or compact license covering both states) required at time of submission; pending licenses are not acceptedMinimum of 2 years of Emergency Room experienceRequired certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS, and TNCCProficiency in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, IV therapy/phlebotomy, and respiratory managementMust complete all required compliance documentation and pre-start modules by specified deadlines prior to start dateMust live at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not acceptedPreferred Experience / SkillsExperience in a STEMI Certified or Stroke Certified facilityAbility to interpret cardiac dysrhythmias and arterial blood gases (ABGs)Arterial line management experienceCPI and MAB certifications preferredWhy Join UsOpportunity to work in a high-acuity Emergency Department designated as a Primary Stroke and STEMI Center, offering exposure to a diverse and complex patient populationFirst-time travelers are welcome, and the position offers a structured schedule with expected weekly hours across a 13-week contract