Registered Nurse

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Emergency Room (ER) team. As an ER Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing immediate care and support to patients in emergency situations. Your expertise and quick decision-making abilities will be essential in stabilizing patients, assessing their conditions, and ensuring the best possible outcomes. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for emergency medicine, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our ER department.
Responsibilities:

1. Patient Assessment: Perform thorough assessments of patients upon arrival, including collecting vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
2. Triage: Prioritize patient care based on the severity of their conditions, ensuring that the most critical cases receive immediate attention.
3. Medical Interventions: Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered by the physician while monitoring patients' responses and adjusting care plans accordingly.
4. Emergency Procedures: Perform life-saving interventions such as CPR, intubation, and wound management as necessary.
5. Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, surgeons, respiratory therapists, and social workers, to coordinate and deliver comprehensive patient care.
6. Patient Education: Provide patients and their families with information on their conditions, treatment plans, and recovery expectations.
7. Medical Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical histories, assessments, and care plans, in compliance with hospital policies and legal requirements.
8. Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain emergency medical equipment and devices, such as defibrillators, EKG machines, and ventilators.
9. Safety Protocols: Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards to ensure the well-being of patients and staff.
10. Continuing Education: Stay updated on the latest developments in emergency nursing through ongoing training and education to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

1. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice or eligibility to obtain state licensure.
2. BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
3. Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with a strong preference for prior ER or critical care experience.
4. Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
5. Ability to remain calm and provide effective care in high-pressure situations.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Strong organizational and time management abilities.
8. Willingness to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, including weekends and holidays.
9. Commitment to patient advocacy, safety, and confidentiality.
10. Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move patients and equipment.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and bending.
• Exposure to infectious diseases and potentially hazardous materials.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

ER RN
13 week assignment
36 hrs
AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, AHA PALS, NIHSS, & TNCC required
NH or multi-state license
1 yr of experience required
EMR: Cerner
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