FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Travel Nurse RN - ER/Trauma.
What is the weekly pay for this travel nurse position?
The weekly pay is $2,300.
Where is this nursing position located?
The position is located in Spearfish, SD.
What specialties are required for this travel nurse role?
The required specialties are Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, and Medical-Surgical.
What is the duration of the contract for this job?
The contract duration is 13 weeks.
What are the shift hours for this position?
The shift is 12 hours variable.
How many guaranteed hours per week can a nurse expect?
Nurses can expect guaranteed hours of 36 hours per week.
What is the minimum experience required for this position?
The minimum experience required is 1.5 years; first-time travelers must have 2+ years of experience.
What license is required to apply for this nursing position?
A Registered Nurse (RN) license is required from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
What certifications are needed for this job?
Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, TNCC, and PALS. NIHSS and CPI are preferred.
What type of experience is needed for this position?
Candidates must have general ED experience, critical care experience for ICU holds, and trauma experience.
Will the nurse be required to work in all care areas?
Yes, the nurse must be comfortable working in all care areas including the ED, ICU, and Med Surg.
What is the patient-to-nurse ratio in the ED?
The patient-to-nurse ratio in the ED is 1:3-4.
How many beds are in the ICU and Med Surg areas?
The ICU has 4 beds, and the Med Surg area has 20 beds.
Is there a support system available for the nurses?
Yes, support includes a charge nurse, phlebotomy, Respiratory Therapy, and hospitalists with APP coverage at night.
Will there be weekend work?
Yes, there will be a weekend rotation every other weekend.
Are there any on-call obligations for this position?
No, there are no on-call obligations.
Is holiday work required?
Yes, holiday work is required every other season.
Can the nurse request time off?
Yes, the nurse can approve up to 7 days off, but a contract extension is required for each week off.
Is there a dress code for this position?
Yes, the dress code requires navy blue scrubs.
Are there any restrictions on time off during specific periods?
Yes, no requests for time off can be made during the first three weeks in August due to the annual bike rally.
How long is the orientation for the facility and unit?
The orientation lasts for 2 days.