Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Olympia Fields, Illinois
Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Campus

Job Overview for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position Details

• Specialty: RN (Registered Nurse)
• Employment Type: Travel
• Location: Olympia Fields, Illinois
• Facility: Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Emergency Department (ED)
• Number of Beds: 33
• Staffing:

  • Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 9 RNs, 3 PCTs (CNA), 2 Sitters
  • Night Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 9 RNs, 3 PCTs (CNA), 2 Sitters
• Patient Ratios: 4:1, occasionally 5:1 when critical patients arrive
• Type of Equipment: Philips monitors
• EMR System: EPIC

Shift Details

• Shift Times: 7 PM - 7:30 AM
• Call Requirements: No call
• Weekends: Every other weekend

Hiring Profile

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of current ED experience
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC (PALS preferred)
• Must pass EKG exam

Typical Procedures Performed

• Chest tube placement
• Central line/Art line placement
• Sedation
• Rapid infusion
• Wound care
• Target temperature management
• EKG

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Enjoys a fast-paced environment
• Dependable and punctual
• Works well under stress
• Team player with good communication skills

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Navy
• Not Acceptable Attire:

  • Fake nails
  • Long hair that obstructs vision
  • Crocs with holes
  • Non-navy scrub jackets

Additional Information

• The unit is equipped with new technology and has a well-tenured staff.
• The environment is competitive, and any additional information that highlights the unit's strengths can help attract talent.