Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department

General Information

This position involves working in the Emergency Department with a focus on providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Unit Specifics

• Number of Beds: 101
• Patient Ratios: 4:1 typically; up to 7:1 on ED behavioral holds
• Unit Staffing: Technicians available for cardiac monitoring and internal processing, as well as unit clerks for day and night shifts.
• Type of Equipment: Baxter pumps, GE monitors
• Documentation System: Cerner
• Scheduling Requirements: Every other weekend; flexible scheduling to meet departmental needs.
• Floating Policy: Must be open to floating to all sections within the Emergency Department.
• Patient Experience Requirements: Familiarity with AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You), maintaining respectful behavior towards patients, and ensuring boards are updated with relevant information.

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) – within 90 days of hire

Hiring Profile

• Requested Skill Set: A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Level 2 trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, or a high-volume emergency department with over 100,000 visits annually. Previous experience in a high-acuity environment is preferred.
• Must Have: 2 years’ nursing experience with at least 1 year in an Emergency Room setting. A strong teamwork mentality and the ability to provide real-time coaching and feedback are essential. Flexibility to work in various areas of the Emergency Department is required.

Advanced Skills Needed

Please refer to unit-specific policies and guidelines for detailed expectations regarding advanced skills.

Dress Code

The required uniform consists of navy scrubs.

Unit Guidelines/Policies

Unit-specific attendance policies will be provided on the first day of work.

Awards/Recognition

This unit is recognized for its strong teamwork and welcoming culture. Staff members take pride in serving a diverse community, where over 120 languages are spoken within the region.

Additional Information

For prospective candidates, the department emphasizes teamwork, a positive work environment, and the use of advanced medical technology to enhance patient care.