Day & Night Shift Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Room

Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)
This is a 13-week contract position for an Emergency Department Registered Nurse. The shifts available include day, mid, and night schedules. Candidates should be prepared to rotate weekends. This role does not require on-call duties.
Unit Information
Location: Austin, TX
Unit Type: Emergency Department

Number of Beds: 32+
Number of Staff: 117
Patient Ratios: 4:1
Staffing Details
The emergency department staffing consists of:

Day Shift: 1 Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC), 6 Registered Nurses (RN), 1 Medic, 1 Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Mid Shift: 2 CNCs, 15 RNs, 2 Medics, 2 PCTs
Night Shift: 1 CNC, 6 RNs, 1 Medic, 1 PCT
Qualifications & Skills
Mandatory Certifications:

TNCC (must have by start date)
ENPC (must have by start date)

ACLS

BLS

~ Greater than 2 years of experience in a similar role

Typical Procedures
Common procedures performed in this unit include:

Lumbar Puncture (LP)
Intubations
Tissue Plasminogen Activator (TNK)
Laceration repair
Suture removal
Splinting
Personality Fit
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Ability to anticipate the needs of patients and the department
Dress Code
Required scrub color is navy blue, and navy blue zip-up sweaters are also permitted. Pull-over sweatshirts are not acceptable attire.
Awards & Recognition
The unit promotes a culture of excellence and has received various awards and recognitions. Informative resources such as video links and team accolades are available upon request.
Attractive Features of the Unit
This unit offers an engaging work environment with access to advanced equipment and technology. The tenure and experience of the staff provide a supportive atmosphere for professional development and growth.