Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Information

Location: Derby, KS

Number of Beds: 52

Number of Staff: 134

General Information

• Staffing:
  • Day Shift: 1 charge nurse, 4 nurses, 1 tech, 1 unit clerk, 1 physician, and 1 midlevel per pod
  • Night Shift: 1 charge nurse, 4 nurses, 1 tech, 1 unit clerk, 1 physician, and 1 midlevel per pod
• Patient Ratios: Average of 3:1, low acuity 5:1, team nursing for pediatrics
• Type of Equipment: Alaris
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Meditech

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 1-year experience as an Emergency Department RN
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, NIH, PALS, and TNCC
• CPI Blue Card
• Experience working in large facility areas or travel experience

Preferred Skills:

• ENPC certification
• Experience with Meditech
• Previous travel experience in facilities larger than 52 beds

Typical Procedures

• IV starts and medication administration
• Performing sedations and pediatric care

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced emergency room environment, is adaptable, and possesses a willingness to learn. The team is diverse and typically comprises younger staff members, so candidates should be comfortable in such an atmosphere.

Additional Information

Experience from large facilities is highly valued, including the number of years worked and familiarity with Meditech. Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate their ability to handle the unit’s fast pace during the application process.