RN: ER

Job Description:

This travel emergency department nursing assignment in Grass Valley, California, offers 12-hour day shifts caring for a standard emergency department population, from common illnesses to stabilized myocardial infarctions, strokes, and trauma cases awaiting transfer. The department uses bedside report, Cerner, telemetry, and a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio. Travelers will work every other weekend and rotate holidays with the core staff. Initial facility-wide orientation takes place in Sacramento, followed by one to two days of unit orientation with a preceptor in Grass Valley. Nurses should be comfortable reading and interpreting EKG strips and working with a charge nurse who provides break relief.

Weather:

Grass Valley typically has crisp, cool conditions with comfortable daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. Outdoor plans are often enjoyable with a light jacket, and occasional rain may add a fresh feel to the surrounding foothills.

Fun Things To Do:

• Historic Downtown: Explore local shops, galleries, and restaurants in downtown Grass Valley.
• Empire Mine State Historic Park: Tour historic mining grounds and scenic walking trails in nearby Nevada City.
• Lake Wildwood: Enjoy walking, fishing, and relaxing near the water.
• Day Trip – Sacramento: Spend the day visiting museums, restaurants, and the riverfront.
• Day Trip – Lake Tahoe: Take a scenic drive to enjoy mountain views, lakeside recreation, and outdoor attractions.

Job Specifics:

Location: Grass Valley, California Shift: 12-hour days Schedule: 36 hours per week Duration: 13 weeks