Registered Nurse Emergency Room

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (Rapid Response)

Location

Independence, MO | Acute Care – Emergency Department

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | 48 hours per week | 6-week assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a high-volume Emergency Department with 40+ beds and a 4:1 patient ratio (3 rooms and 1 hall bed during high volume)
• Perform IV starts, phlebotomy, and cardiac monitoring and interpretation
• Operate and utilize department equipment including cardiac monitors, EKGs, ultrasound, Belmont Rapid Infuser, IO Drills, and Lifepak devices
• Document patient care accurately using Meditech EMR
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including CNCs, team leads, Advanced Paramedics, EDTs, MHSCs, and unit secretaries
• Maintain all required certifications including BLS, ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, and CPI (CPI required by 9/30)

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Required certifications at time of submission: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and ENPC
• CPI certification required by 9/30
• Strong adaptability and ability to function as a team player in a fast-paced environment
• No RTO or special scheduling requests can be accommodated for this assignment
• Must be available to start within 5–7 days of offer

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous experience in a high-pressure clinical environment
• Prior background as an RN, Paramedic, or Emergency Department Technician
• Outgoing, positive demeanor with the ability to perform effectively under pressure

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a well-staffed, high-volume Emergency Department with a robust multidisciplinary team of 120+ staff members
• Gain rapid response experience in a dynamic acute care setting with access to advanced emergency equipment and technology