RN: ER
- Brooklyn, NY, United States
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Job details
- Working hours
- 36 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description:
Take on a 13-week travel nursing assignment caring for adult and geriatric medical-surgical patients in an Emergency Department holding area. You will assess patients with acute medical conditions, respiratory concerns, infections, wounds, and post-operative needs across GI, GU, orthopedic, and neurological populations. Responsibilities include medication administration, including heparin therapy, management of central lines and specialized equipment, wound care, respiratory support, accurate documentation, and prompt response to changes in clinical status. Nurses may float to appropriate medical-surgical units and should be comfortable adapting to varied patient acuity during overnight shifts. No call is required, and navy blue scrubs are worn.
Weather:
Brooklyn typically has cool, crisp weather around this time of year, with mild-to-chilly days, colder evenings, and occasional rain. Comfortable layers and a light waterproof jacket are useful for exploring the city.
Fun Things To Do:
• Brooklyn Exploration: Walk the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, visit DUMBO, and enjoy waterfront views of Manhattan.
• Cultural Day: Explore the Brooklyn Museum and Brooklyn Botanic Garden in Prospect Park.
• Manhattan Day Trip: Visit Central Park, museums, theaters, and neighborhood food spots across the city.
• Hudson Valley Day Trip: Enjoy scenic towns, hiking trails, and regional farms north of the city.
• Food and Waterfronts: Sample Brooklyn restaurants and explore Coney Island or Red Hook.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Brooklyn, New York Shift: 12-hour nights Schedule: 36 hours per week Duration: 13 weeks