Emergency Department (RN)

About the role

Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Care of psychiatric patients, Fast track, Transport, Trauma, Trauma level 1, Trauma level 2, Trauma level 3, or Trauma level 4.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first line of defense for patients who require any type of urgent medical care
• Treat patients who are suffering from trauma, injury or severe medical conditions
• Quickly assess patients' needs and prioritize care
• Monitor patient health conditions, administer medications and other treatments, and operate and maintain medical equipment
• Participate in code blue and other emergency situations
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans, determining whether a patient should be discharged or arranged for a longer hospital stay
• Educate patients and their families about the patient's condition and care plan

Qualifications

• ADN or higher degree in nursing
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1+ years of experience in an emergency room (ER) setting preferred
• ACLS, PALS certification preferred
• Experience with advanced medical equipment and procedure
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Employer features

• Career Advance Program
• Cross training
• Teaching Hospital
• Tuition Assistance

Pay

$59,640 to $83,780 /year

Schedule

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Mid shift

• Full time
• Part time