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Austin, TX

Emergency Department Nurse

Position Overview

The facility is seeking a Registered Nurse for its emergency department. You will provide direct patient care, implement and monitor care plans, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and communicate patient status to physicians and the care team. This role requires strong critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Unit Details

You'll work in a busy emergency department managing a high volume of patients with varying acuity levels, including trauma cases. The unit operates with a collaborative team structure including charge nurses, nursing staff, clerks, transporters, and patient care technicians. Inpatient holding and boarding occurs regularly. Staff wear navy scrubs.

Shift & Contract

  • Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: November 8, 2026
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

Required Credentials & Certifications

  • RN License: Texas Board of Nursing, valid prior to hire date
  • BLS (American Heart Association): Required within 30 days of start date
  • ACLS (American Heart Association): Required prior to hire date
  • PALS (American Heart Association): Required within 6 months of start date (or PALS Instructor certification)

Additional requirements include immunizations, background check, drug screening, and facility-specific competency assessments completed during onboarding.

What You'll Need

Ability to work in a stressful environment with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills, clinical judgment, and comfort with electronic health records are essential.