Per Diem ED RN

About the role

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values—integrity, patient‑centered, respect, accountability, and compassion—must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. The position manages individualized, goal‑directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assess the patient's physical and psychological condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care in the Emergency Department (ED) and document appropriately.
• Share significant assessment data with the appropriate discipline.
• Adhere to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for staff.
• Participate actively in training and educational activities for other staff members.
• Demonstrate a high level of respect, dignity, compassion, and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets of Patient Family and Centered Partnership.
• Recognize and value the contributions of fellow employees, displaying cooperation and teamwork.
• Report to work on time, prepared, and follow hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time‑off requests.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Emergency Department experience required.
• Current state registration or eligibility for registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification must be obtained within one year of hire.