Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) with a strong background in high-volume and high-acuity environments. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced emergency room setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the emergency room.
• Utilize critical thinking and clinical skills to assess and manage a diverse patient population, including trauma, stroke, pediatric, and psychiatric cases.
• Work collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Become proficient in the use of Cerner Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Lead and participate in efforts to improve teamwork and collaboration within the unit.
• Complete a proctored Dysrhythmia Test on the first day of employment (PASS/FAIL).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in emergency room nursing or related specialty.
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and NIHSS; TNCC certification preferred.
• Experience with level II trauma or higher is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Strong leadership skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Work Schedule

• 12-hour night shifts, with varying start times between 4 PM and 7 PM.
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week, with a weekend requirement of every other weekend.
• Holidays are part of the permanent staff rotation.

Additional Information

• ER unit features: 28 beds, 4 fast track beds, and 2 trauma bays.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1 to 4.
• Support services available: Rapid Response Team, Pharmacy, and Respiratory Therapy are onsite 24/7.
• No floating is required.
• Orientation will include 2-3 shifts specific to the ER unit.
• Common patient diagnoses include trauma, stroke, pediatrics, and psychological emergencies, averaging 155 patients daily.

If you are passionate about emergency medicine and ready to make a difference in patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.