Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Room (ER)

Position Overview

This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in Emergency Room care. The role requires strong clinical skills and the ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the emergency room setting.
• Collaborate with medical staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, making quick decisions to ensure optimal care.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and progress accurately in electronic health records.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new nursing staff as needed.

Schedule Details

This position requires a commitment to the night shift, working 12-hour shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM, totaling 36 hours per week. Weekend and holiday requirements will be based on unit needs, with expectations for flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years recent experience as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse in acute care settings.
• Travel nursing experience is required.
• Preferred candidates will have 5 or more years of ER experience and experience in large facilities.
• Candidates must hold a valid Kansas nursing license or a compact nursing license.
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, and TNCC are required.

Additional Requirements

Health and immunization documentation must be up-to-date, including:

• Two-step TB test or blood draw within the last 12 months.
• Immunization records or titers for Hepatitis B, Varicella, and MMR completed within the past 12 months.
• TDAP vaccine is required.

Orientation

Orientation consists of HR orientation on Mondays during the day, with unit-specific orientations varying by unit. The first day of orientation will include a combination of HR and Floor Orientation and will typically be a 12-hour commitment.

Floating Requirement

Staff may be required to float to other units as needed based on patient care requirements.