Pediatric Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Information

Join a dedicated team in the Pediatric Emergency Department, which includes:

• Number of Beds: 23
• Number of Staff: 45
• Staff Composition:
  • Day Shift: 4 Day RNs, 1 Charge RN, 5 Mid-Shift RNs, 1 Mid-Shift Unit Clerk, 1 EMT
  • Night Shift: 4 Night RNs, 1 Night EMT, 1 Night Charge RN
• Patient Ratios: 4:1 (5:1 during surge)
• Type of Equipment: GE Monitors
• EMR: Meditech

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who meet the following qualifications:

• Required Skills:
  • A minimum of 1 year of current Pediatric Emergency Department RN experience
  • Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH, PALS, TNCC, and ENPC (PALS accepted in lieu of ENPC)
• Preferred Skills:
  • CEN Certification
  • CPEN Certification
  • US IV Competency

Typical Procedures

In the Pediatric Emergency Department, you will perform the following procedures:

• Port access
• IV start and venipuncture
• Nasal wash
• Point of care testing (glucometer)
• EKG
• Foley placement

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate should possess the following traits:

• Caring and competent
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to go above and beyond

Additional Information

This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a tight-knit staff that values hard work and enjoyment in the workplace. The department prides itself on high patient satisfaction scores and quick turnaround times.

Location

Denver, CO