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Emergency Department Nurse – 13-Week Contract

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Emergency Department nurse to join a high-acuity unit serving a diverse patient population across all age groups. You'll manage complex trauma cases, acute medical emergencies, and pediatric patients in a fast-paced environment.

Shift & Schedule

• Mid 3x12-Hour Shift: 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required
• Call: No on-call required
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility can call off once per two-week pay period

Clinical Scope

You'll provide care for Level II Trauma patients, including:

• Acute myocardial infarctions, strokes, motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds
• Sepsis, congestive heart failure, multi-system trauma
• Approximately 30% pediatric volume (pediatric experience required)
• Daily census: 250–340 visits

Key Clinical Skills Required

• Proficiency with vasopressors, sedation, anti-hypertensives, anti-seizure, and cardiac medications
• Chest tube management, arterial line care, central line management
• Ventilator management, procedural sedation, 12-lead EKG interpretation
• Dysrhythmia recognition and management

Required Credentials & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• Current California state license (compact license required at submission)
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, LA City Fire Card

Staffing Model

• 24 hours of orientation provided
• May float to nearby sister facilities as needed

Facility Support

Respiratory services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, and unit secretary on-site.