Registered Nurse – Emergency Department (Nursing)

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department team. This position requires a compassionate professional with a strong ability to manage critical care situations and provide exceptional patient care.

Position Overview

The Emergency Department is a dynamic environment that caters to patients of all ages, including newborns, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. Our facility has a 64-bed unit comprised of 2 triage beds, 40 acute beds, 6 super track beds, 2 trauma bays, 10 clinical decision units (CDU), and 6 psychiatric beds. Nurses are expected to care for patients with a diverse range of diagnoses, including but not limited to stroke, sepsis, trauma, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest, and respiratory failure.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to all assigned patients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conduct patient assessments and document findings accurately.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies and infection control protocols.
• Participate in departmental meetings and continuous professional development.
• Float to other departments as needed to maintain optimal patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the Emergency Department with pediatric experience preferred.
• Documentation of travel nursing experience is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certifications are required. TNCC must be in hand at the time of application.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems, particularly EPIC.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an address that corresponds with provided demographics.
• Competence in charge nursing and the ability to direct patient care processes is highly preferred.

Work Environment

This position involves a 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM shift schedule. Please note that block scheduling is not guaranteed. Our Emergency Department is committed to accommodating the diverse needs of patients and requires that all nurses are prepared to provide care in various circumstances, including responding to sexual assault patients (SANE).

If you are a proactive, skilled Emergency Department RN dedicated to delivering high-quality care, we encourage you to apply and join our exceptional team.