Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic ER team. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment, providing high-quality care to patients of all ages, including pediatric and geriatric populations. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills, the ability to assess and manage acute conditions, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an Emergency Room setting
• Required Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

Shift Details

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Schedule: Evening/Night shifts, including every other weekend and holiday requirements
• First to float as needed

Unit Information

• Department: Emergency Room
• Trauma Level: II
• Number of Beds/Trauma Bays: 21 (including fast track)
• A separate Triage area is available
• Psych room with surveillance cameras available
• Security is in-house 24/7
• Average Patient Volume: 50-60 patients per day
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:3-4 based on acuity, possibly 5 with boarding
• Common Diagnoses: Trauma, strokes, abdominal pain, and other acute conditions
• Common Drips: Vasopressors, heparin, antiarrhythmics
• Nursing Orientation: 1-2 shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
• Scrub Color: Any color scrubs

Additional Information

• Respiratory Therapy available as needed, not on-site 24/7
• Radiology services (X-Ray and CT) are adjacent to the ER
• Nurses perform lab draws as needed; phlebotomy resources available
• 1-2 ED techs present per shift to assist with patient care tasks

Join our committed team of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing exceptional emergency care. Your skills and expertise will contribute to making a difference in the lives of our patients.