Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Information

Location: Doctors Regional, City, State

Floor: Emergency Department

General Information

Unit Overview:

• Number of Beds: 12
• Number of Staff: 6-8
• Staffing Composition:
• Day Shift: 5-7 RNs, 1 ER Tech (11a-11p), 1 Unit Secretary (9a-5p M-F)
• Night Shift: 5-6 RNs, 1 ER Tech (11a-11p), 1 Unit Secretary (5p-1a M-F)
• Patient Ratios: 4:1
• Type of Equipment: Varied
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Utilized

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of Emergency Department experience as a Registered Nurse
• Certifications:
• BLS
• ACLS
• ENPC or PALS
• CPI
• TNCC

Preferred Skills:

• Strong background in Neuro and Cardiac care
• Ability to thrive in a high-energy and fast-paced environment

Typical Procedures

Common procedures performed on the unit include:

• STEMI interventions
• Stroke/TPA administration
• Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI)

Dress Code

Preferred scrub color is royal blue; however, this is not mandatory. Competitors’ emblems are not acceptable.

Awards and Recognition

Highlights of the unit’s performance include:

• 12-minute door-to-needle time for TPA administration
• Fastest bed assignment time for patients in the Gulf Coast Division

Additional Information

This unit offers exciting opportunities for growth and development with new equipment and technology. The tenure and experience of staff are significant assets, and flexible scheduling options are available, making it an attractive choice for healthcare professionals seeking rewarding work in the emergency department.