Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated Emergency Room Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess the required certifications and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Information

• Shift Type: Days
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Based on unit needs
• Holiday Requirement: Must work holidays during November and December

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an emergency room or trauma setting
• Required Certifications:
  • ACLS
  • BLS Certification
  • NIHSS
  • PALS
  • TNCC

Unit Information

• Type: Emergency Room
• Number of Beds: 56 (up to 70 with hall beds)
• Patient Volume: Approximately 170-200 patients per day
• Staffing Ratios: 1:3 for general, 1:4 for low acuity patients

Responsibilities

The Emergency Room Registered Nurse will be responsible for the following:

• Providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment
• Effectively managing patient flow and ensuring timely assessments and treatments
• Participating in triage processes, with appropriate testing as required
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation using the Epic electronic medical record system

Additional Information

• Orientation: 1 day compliance training followed by 1 day department orientation
• Scrub Color/Dress Code: Professional colors accepted
• No floating or standby requirements
• RN’s will manage their own ER holds and may have assistance from inpatient RNs

Location

This position is based in a busy emergency department located in a city in the United States. Specific details about the location can be discussed during the interview.