Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $2,014 per week in Morton, WA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Morton
Posted on: January 28, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma Location:
Morton, WA Agency: Magnet Medical Pay: $2,014 per week Shift
Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 2/9/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is
working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in
Morton, Washington, 98356! The Registered Nurse (RN) in the
Emergency Room (ER) provides critical care to patients in urgent or
emergent conditions. The RN in the ER works in a fast-paced,
high-pressure environment, delivering immediate care to patients
suffering from injuries, illnesses, or trauma. They assess, triage,
and treat patients in collaboration with physicians, nurse
practitioners, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring the
best outcomes in a dynamic setting. \n\n Key Responsibilities: \n
\n \n Triage and Patient Assessment: \n \n Perform initial
assessments of patients presenting in the ER, including triaging
based on the severity of their condition.\n Evaluate patient
history, conduct physical assessments, and identify urgent health
issues to prioritize care.\n Collect patient vital signs (blood
pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration) and other relevant data
to determine immediate care needs.\n \n\n \n Emergency Care and
Treatment: \n \n Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as
prescribed, including intravenous (IV) fluids, antibiotics, pain
management, and other emergency medications.\n Perform wound care,
splinting, suturing, and other interventions as needed for trauma
or injury patients.\n Provide emergency life-saving interventions,
including CPR, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and trauma
care.\n Assist in resuscitation efforts, including managing
ventilators, intubation, and defibrillation when necessary.\n \n\n
\n Collaboration with Medical Team: \n \n Work closely with
physicians, nurse practitioners, and other team members to develop
and implement patient care plans.\n Assist with diagnostic testing,
such as lab work, imaging (X-rays, CT scans), and
electrocardiograms (ECGs), based on patient needs.\n Communicate
clearly and efficiently with the healthcare team, updating them on
changes in patient status and discussing care options.\n \n\n \n
Monitoring and Documentation: \n \n Continuously monitor patients'
conditions, noting changes in vital signs, mental status, and
symptoms.\n Document all patient assessments, treatments, and
outcomes accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).\n Ensure
compliance with legal, regulatory, and hospital standards for
patient care and documentation.\n \n\n \n Patient and Family
Communication: \n \n Provide clear explanations to patients and
their families about diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans.\n
Offer emotional support to patients and families experiencing
stress or anxiety due to medical emergencies.\n Advocate for
patients’ needs and coordinate care with other departments to
ensure timely interventions.\n \n\n \n Infection Control and
Safety: \n \n Follow strict infection control protocols, including
appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent
the spread of infectious diseases.\n Ensure the ER environment
remains safe and sterile for both patients and staff.\n Respond to
potential biohazardous situations with proper precautions and
protocols.\n \n\n \n Crisis Management: \n \n Handle a wide range
of patient emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening
conditions, using critical thinking and rapid decision-making
skills.\n Manage high-stress situations effectively, staying calm
while providing life-saving interventions.\n Prioritize care based
on patient acuity and available resources, ensuring efficient use
of ER staff and equipment.\n \n\n \n Patient Discharge and
Follow-Up: \n \n Provide discharge instructions and explain the
next steps in care, including medication instructions, follow-up
appointments, or referrals.\n Educate patients on preventive
measures and care after discharge, especially in cases of trauma or
chronic conditions.\n \n\n \n Teamwork and Mentorship: \n \n
Collaborate with emergency room staff, including physicians,
nurses, support staff, and paramedics, to ensure coordinated
patient care.\n Act as a mentor or preceptor for new nurses,
students, and less experienced staff members, providing guidance
and support in emergency care procedures.\n \n\n 5 Benefits of
Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare
settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical
procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical
skills and enhances your adaptability. If you enjoy outdoor
activities, travel nursing in different regions provides
opportunities for adventure sports like hiking, skiing, or water
sports, depending on the assignment location. Stand out in the
competitive healthcare field by showcasing a resume filled with
varied experiences in different regions and healthcare settings.
Employers value the adaptability and resilience gained through
travel nursing. Different regions may incorporate alternative
medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse
approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care.
There is a strong community of travel nurses who share experiences,
advice, and support through online forums and social media groups,
creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. Requirements
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