Open Position: RN - ER

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2730.24

Opportunity:

RN - ER

Job Details:

* Variable mid and night shifts with the following possible shift times: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM, 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM, or 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
* Travelers are most commonly needed for the 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM shifts
* Unit may flex on occasion - if census is low, the charge nurse may ask you to flex for an hour or two (travelers may decline)
* Every other weekend coverage required; number of weekend shifts per contract varies
* On-call/flex responsibilities required at times when census is slow
* Patient ratio of 4:1 for days, nights, and weekends
* Patient population ranges from neonates to geriatrics
* Daily census of 60-70 patients across 19 rooms and 20 beds
* Performs a fair amount of procedural sedations
* Unit does not function as a stroke, STEMI, or trauma center; does not have labor and delivery; does not admit pediatrics - high acuity patients are transferred out
* Works as a team alongside 1 MD, 1 PA, nurses, ED Techs, and a Unit Clerk
* Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, pharmacy, and unit secretary
* Charting system: Epic (preferred experience)
* Medication system: Omnicell
* Minimum 2 years of general ED experience required; first-time travelers allowed
* Must have general ED (combined adult/pediatrics) and non-trauma ED experience
* Experience required in: isolation precautions and triage, cardiac monitoring (interpretation and management of dysrhythmias), IV therapy and phlebotomy (blood product administration, central line care/management, starting IVs), procedural sedation administration, continuous and IV sedation, IV vasopressors, neurological and psychiatric conditions (CVA, neuro-trauma, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury), orthopedic trauma, pediatric cases (head injury, near drowning, spinal cord injury), respiratory management (CPAP/BiPAP, ABG interpretation, ventilated patients), and shock/trauma cases (gunshot wounds, traumatic amputation)
* Previous charge experience preferred
* Surgical pediatric experience preferred
* Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC
* Preferred certifications: NIHSS, NRP

Facility:

This emergency department is located in a college and retirement community, resulting in a diverse patient population that includes students and elderly individuals. The facility operates as a full emergency department treating a wide range of conditions while transferring stroke, STEMI, and trauma cases to appropriate centers. The unit is supported by a collaborative team environment and comprehensive interdisciplinary services including respiratory therapy, radiology, pharmacy, and social services.

Location:

Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara is a stunning coastal city known for its beautiful beaches, Mediterranean climate, and vibrant arts and culture scene, offering an exceptional quality of life year-round. Please note that Santa Barbara is a high cost-of-living market, and it is strongly recommended that you research housing options in the area prior to accepting an assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.