Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location:
State College, PA
Agency:
Thrive Staffing
Pay:
$1,653 to $1,847 per week
Shift Information:
Days - 5 days x 13 hours
Contract Duration:
14 Weeks
Start Date:
ASAP
About the Position
TravelNurseSource is working with Thrive Staffing to find a qualified ER/Trauma RN in State College, Pennsylvania, 16801!
Job Title:
PA-RN - ED - Days - Mount Nittany
City/State:
State College, Pennsylvania
Shift:
Days - 12 hr (0645-1915)
Contract Length:
12 weeks
Start Date:
03/01/2026
Job Description:
Provides professional nursing care based on current nursing knowledge through use of the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) standards. This includes the use of the nursing process through assessment of the patient needs, development of the plan of care to meet those needs, implementation of nursing interventions and evaluations of patient care outcomes for the neonate through geriatric age population. This position is subject to scheduled on-call assignments as needed, due to community event influence on Emergency Department patient volumes.
Responsibilities:
Triages every patient entering the emergency care system and determine priorities of care based on physical and psycho-social needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. This also includes but is not limited to, hourly rounding, in the department and half hour rounding in the waiting room if patients are waiting, documenting in-depth nursing history to include chief complaint, health care status and other pertinent information.
Develops and implements a plan of care based on ongoing assessments. The plan of care ensures that supplies and equipment for the care of the emergency patient are readily available and in working order, is updated constantly to meet the needs of the patients and family or significant other based on continuous assessment and reevaluation, and contains elements of discharge planning and ongoing discussion with family and patient.
Manages all types of complications and emergencies per Mount Nittany Medical Center policies and procedures and ENA standards.
Recognizes change in patient health status and directs appropriate care to provide for patient safety.
Documents and acts on patient responses to interventions to facilitate competent medical care.
Implements health education of the Emergency Department patient and family or significant other. Educates patient and family on treatment prior to initiation.
Requirements:
Current Pennsylvania RN licensure.
Meets the American Heart Associations standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.
Meets the American Heart Associations standards for Healthcare Provider Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and renews ACLS every two years.
Meets the American Heart Associations standards for Healthcare Provider Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and renews PALS every two years.
Valid National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
Effectively functions as a team member and as a liaison between patient and staff. Supports and encourages harmonious communication skills. Job requires strong verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with ill people; uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgment, and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families, and co-workers at all times.
About Thrive Staffing
Thrive Staffing is a dedicated healthcare staffing company specializing in
forging purposeful relationships with healthcare organizations and exceptional healthcare providers.
Our services extend across the healthcare sector in all 50 states, from inpatient hospital systems to home health, hospice, outpatient clinics, rehab facilities, and senior living environments. Our expertise offers a wide variety of support to the healthcare organizations we serve and provides opportunities of employment for our dedicated team of healthcare providers.
Our Areas of Healthcare Staffing Expertise:
- Travel Nursing
- Direct/Permanent Placement
- Allied Health Professionals
- PRN/Per Diem Staffing
- Home Health and Case Management
- Interim Leadership
- Preceptors
Our leaders embody our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Their unique blend of industry knowledge and commitment to individual growth shapes our approach and drives our success.
Ben Rascona, co-founder and CEO: With a heartfelt commitment to making a difference in the industry, Ben brings a wealth of experience and a genuine dedication to providing exceptional staffing solutions. Through a visionary approach and a strong focus on quality, Ben ensures that Thrive Staffing exceeds industry standards, connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities while positively impacting patient care.
David Gibson, co-founder and CFO: David is a seasoned senior medical group executive with expertise at the intersection of strategy, patient services, growth, complex operations, revenue enhancement, compliance, and cost management. He brings strong financial and people skills to the table, honed over decades of experience in the healthcare industry.
Enhance your team and improve your patient outcomes with Thrive Staffing. Get started with a FREE client consultation: thrivestaffing.com/contact
Requirements
Required for Onboarding
BLS
Core Mandatory Part I
Core Mandatory Part II (Nursing)
Core Mandatory Part III
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Job Details
Posted Date:
March 1, 2026
Job Type:
Healthcare
Location:
State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Company:
TravelNurseSource
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