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Emergency Room RN — Night Shift | Redding, CA | 13-Week Contract

This high-volume, high-acuity Emergency Department cares for a broad patient population including trauma, stroke, pediatrics, and psychiatric presentations, averaging approximately 155 patients per day. The unit is supported by hospitalists and intensivists on-site 24/7, with respiratory therapy and pharmacy available around the clock.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights; varied start times between 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Works into permanent staff holiday rotation (RTO considered, not guaranteed)
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week; schedule posted at least 2 weeks in advance via self-scheduling by seniority

Required Certifications

• ACLS, BLS, PALS (required)
• TNCC (preferred)
• NIHSS, COVID vaccination required
• Dysrhythmia test administered on-site on day one — pass/fail

Clinical Details

• Patient population: trauma, stroke, peds, psych, and general emergency presentations
• EMTs serve as support staff (tech duties); one per shift plus a mid-shift EMT
• Charge nurse available; does not take a patient assignment
• No float requirement
• Floor-specific orientation: 2–3 shifts
• One call day per month (up to two if assigned to a rotating call team)

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Emergency RN experience in a high-volume, high-acuity setting
• High-acuity trauma experience strongly preferred
• Travel experience preferred
• Strong teamwork and leadership qualities valued

Contract Notes

• The facility may cancel up to 4 shifts during a 13-week assignment
• Scrub color: navy