Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join a dynamic healthcare team. This position is essential in providing high-quality care to patients in the Emergency Room setting, ensuring their safety and comfort while delivering critical medical assistance.

Shift Information

• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirements: Every other holiday

Unit Overview

The Emergency Room operates as a Level II Trauma Center with 21 beds, including a fast track area. The department supports a broad spectrum of patients from pediatric to geriatric cases, including traumas, strokes, and other acute conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the Emergency Room.
• Assist in triaging and managing the flow of patients, ensuring timely and appropriate care.
• Perform assessments, administer medications, and implement care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to address patient needs and manage emergencies effectively.
• Participate in departmental activities and initiatives to enhance patient care and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Emergency Room nursing.
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC.
• Preferred experience with critical care drips and ESI levels 3–5 patients.
• Travel nursing experience is preferred but first-time travelers are welcome.

Additional Information

• Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:3-4 based on acuity, can increase to 1:5 with boarding patients.
• Security personnel available in-house 24/7.
• Orientation: 1-2 shifts specific to the ER.
• Scrub Color/Dress Code: Any color scrubs.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork and high-quality patient care. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients in the Emergency Room.