Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,059 per week

Talent4Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Nampa, Idaho.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/24/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Skills & Experience

• Required Experience: 2 years ED experience; must manage flow and be comfortable with pediatrics
• Common Drips: Standard ED drips, conscious sedation
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC

Required Certifications

ACLS, BLS, ENPC, PALS, TNCC

Shift Notes

7a-7p, every other weekend, float as needed - possibility to float to Meridian and Boise in ER- doesn't happen often

🏥 ER/ED Unit Summary

Facility Type: Emergency Department
Trauma Level: Level IV
STEMI/Stroke: STEMI & Stroke Receiving (transfer out for intervention — no interventional cath lab)

Unit Details

• Beds: 24 rooms + 4 low-acuity bays (Fast Track)
• Trauma/Crash Room: 1 (within the 24 rooms)
• Behavioral Health Rooms: 4 secured rooms with “garage door” safety design
• Average Daily Census: 110–120 patients/day
• Triage: 24/7; travelers typically do not triage
• Fast Track: Yes – uses low-acuity bays
• Holding/Boarding: Intermixed; minimal boarding (up to ~20 hrs max). If 3–4 boarders, Med-Surg nurse assists.
• Security: In-house 24/7, stationed by triage

Staffing & Ratios

• RN:Patient Ratio: 1:3–4
• Charge Nurse: 24/7, non-assigned (works 7–7)
• Support Staff: ED techs, unit secretary (24/7), sitter if needed
• RT: 24/7 coverage; manages vents, CPAP, BiPAP (RNs troubleshoot only)
• MDs/Midlevels:
  • 7 MDs total per 24 hrs
  • 1 Midlevel (Noon–Midnight)
  • 1 MD only between 2a–8a

Common Patient Types

• All ages (≈20% pediatric)
• Respiratory, abdominal pain, chest pain, strokes, STEMIs, walk-in trauma
• Outdoor/farm-related injuries (fishing, hiking, farming)
• Diverse population including migrant workers and older farmers

Diagnostics & Procedures

• RT Services: ABGs, breathing treatments
• EKGs: Done by RN or ED Tech
• X-Ray/CT: Located in same hallway; radiology transports
• Phlebotomy: RNs primarily draw; phlebotomy assists with difficult sticks
• Telemetry: RNs read and interpret (no monitor techs)

Scheduling & Logistics

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Shift Start Times: 0730, 0900, 1000, 1130, 1330, 1530, 1930
• Scheduling: Self-schedule, finalized by manager
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Holidays: As needed
• Call/Standby: None
• Floating: Possible to Meridian or Boise EDs (rare)
• Orientation: 1 shift
• Scrubs: Any color (clean and professional)

Culture & Environment

• Fast-paced with rapid room turnover (rarely >1 hr room wait)
• Protocols run in lobby for waiting patients (IVs, labs, etc.)
• Young, experienced staff; strong teamwork and social culture
• “If you live nearby, note the sugar beet factory aroma.”
• Local Tip: Live closer to Meridian or Boise (≈20 min away) for more recreation, restaurants, and events (e.g., Boise Greenbelt, live music, river rafting, food trucks).

About Talent4Health

A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US. 

With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for! 

Why Choose us?

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1. Proficiency : Our seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates.
2. Personalized service : We understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs.
3. Consistency : We are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns.
4. Comprehensive care : Our healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone.

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