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Emergency Room Registered Nurse — Night Shift | Templeton, CA

This 11-week contract places an experienced ER nurse in a community emergency department serving a diverse patient population from newborns to geriatrics. The night shift runs 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 36 guaranteed hours per week.

Clinical Scope

The ED team manages the full spectrum of emergency presentations, including cardiac and respiratory emergencies, trauma activations, Code Blue, Code Stroke, and sepsis. Key responsibilities include:

• Accurate assessment and timely notification of the Emergency MD for abnormal findings
• Medication administration, IV therapy (including blood products), and patient discharge education
• Care and maintenance of indwelling catheters and drains
• ECG interpretation and rhythm management during life-threatening emergencies
• Documentation of all nursing care in compliance with departmental standards

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in California
• Minimum one year of acute care experience (two years preferred)
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications — required at start
• TNCC — required within 6 months
• NIHSS certification — required
• Associate's Degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred

Contract Details

• Location: Templeton, CA
• Shift: Night | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Duration: 11 weeks
• Guaranteed Hours: 36/week
• Start Date: October 26, 2026

Templeton offers a relaxed, small-town atmosphere with outdoor recreation, farm-to-fork dining, and easy access to the Central Coast — beaches at Cambria and Morro Bay are just minutes away.