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RN – Emergency Department (Travel) Overlook Medical Center · Summit, New Jersey Shift Night Shift 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Weekly Hours 36 hours 3 × 12-hour shifts
The Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department provides comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute illnesses, injuries, and emergency medical conditions. The nurse performs rapid assessments, prioritizes patient needs, administers treatments, and collaborates with the emergency care team to ensure safe, effective patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive patient assessments and triage based on the severity of illness or injury.
Provide emergency nursing care to patients across the lifespan, from pediatric to geriatric populations. Administer medications, IV therapy, and emergency treatments according to provider orders and protocols. Recognize changes in patient conditions and respond promptly to medical emergencies.
Operate emergency equipment and assist with emergency procedures and resuscitation. Maintain accurate patient documentation, treatment records, and patient education. Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
Follow infection control procedures, patient identification standards, and patient safety protocols. Maintain professional communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Required Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of Critical Care, Cardiac, or Emergency Department experience. RN License: Active license required; confirm New Jersey licensure or applicable compact privileges. BLS: Required.
ACLS: Required. PALS: Required for pediatric ER assignments only. Availability: Must be willing to work some upcoming holidays.
Important Skills Emergency Department Nursing Triage and Rapid Patient Assessment Critical Care and Cardiac Monitoring Emergency Response and Resuscitation IV Therapy and Medication Administration Patient Stabilization Clinical Documentation Patient Safety and Infection Control
About the role
The Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department provides comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute illnesses, injuries, and emergency medical conditions. The nurse performs rapid assessments, prioritizes patient needs, administers treatments, and collaborates with the emergency care team to ensure safe, effective patient outcomes.