Travel Nurse RN - ER/Trauma in Olympia, WA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Olympia
Posted on: July 11, 2025

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with MedCadre to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in Olympia, Washington, 98503! About The Position Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (09:00 - 21:30) Description: THIS POSITION REQUIRES HIGH LEVEL ER TRIAGE SKILLS 3 YRS EXPERIENCE This is a 12 hour shift from 0900-2130 (there may be a time that the caregiver may be asked to fill in for the 0700-1930 shift if that shift is uncovered). This is considered a patient facing position, although there is not any direct patient care. The caregiver will be doing EPIC chart assessments and determining unit placement based on the assessment. The Patient Placement RN is responsible for high level assessment and quick initiation of level of care decisions for patient's waiting for placement in an inpatient setting. Critical goal is to assure high quality, individualized, cost-effective patient placement. Ensures accurate admission status demonstrating initiative and effective decision making. The Patient Placement RN coordinates those functions associated with level of care determination / placement and collaborates with other departmental staff diverting of patient to more appropriate level of care from ED, and assuring projected discharge occurs in a timely manner resulting in an available bed. Collaborates with pre-admission care coordinators, i.e. transport coordinators, physicians, nursing staff, ancillary and other professional multidisciplinary team staff to define and achieve optimal placement outcomes. Beds: 390 Weekend Coverage: EVERY OTHER Certifications: BLS (REQUIRED) Scrubs: Professional Dressing, scrubs not required 27959961EXPTEMP 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Connect with healthcare professionals nationwide, expanding your professional network. These connections can open doors to new career opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships within the healthcare community. Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional.

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