About the job ER Registered Nurse
Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) – Queens General Hospital
Location: Queens General Hospital, Liverpool, Nova Scotia
Shifts: 12-hour shifts
Contract Duration: 8 weeks (with potential for extension)
Pay Rate: $95–$100 per hour
Position Overview
Tahir Medix Staffing is seeking an experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality patient care at Queens General Hospital’s Emergency Department. This is an excellent opportunity for RNs with emergency experience looking for a rewarding travel assignment in a rural healthcare setting.
Hospital Overview
- Queens General Hospital is a rural hospital with a 12-care space emergency department.
- Provides care to patients of all ages, ranging from minor injuries to critical medical emergencies.
- Core staffing per shift: Three RNs and one LPN.
- Day shifts include a CCA to assist with the care of admitted patients awaiting transfer to the medical unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care, including assessment, triage, and stabilization of patients with a variety of medical conditions.
- Coordinate and direct overall nursing care in complex or unpredictable patient situations.
- Perform point-of-care lab testing as required.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Administer medications and interventions as per unit and NSHA guidelines.
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.
Specialty RN Overview
- May be assigned to care for patients requiring more complex and specialized care.
- Responsible for the overall coordination and direction of nursing care within the emergency unit.
- Provides clinical leadership, particularly in high-acuity or unpredictable care settings.
- Utilizes knowledge, skill, and judgment to deliver evidence-based nursing practice.
Qualifications
- Active RN License in Nova Scotia
- Minimum one year of recent experience in an emergency department
- Mandatory certifications: BLS, ACLS, CTAS
- Preferred certifications: TNCC, ENPC, PALS, NRP
- Point-of-care lab testing experience is an asset
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
- Ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary care team
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling and a supportive work environment
- Opportunities for career growth in travel nursing
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes to https://www.careers-page.com/tahir-medix-staffing-inc
Expected Start Date: March 1, 2025
We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our team!