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Registered Nurse ED FT Nights

Lutheran Health Network · Fort Wayne, IN · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$20k/yrFull-time

$25,000 sign-on bonus. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including night-shift differential, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, and up to $20,000 in student-loan repayment.

About Us

Dupont Hospital is a 131-bed acute-care hospital designed by physicians with patient-centric care in mind. Accredited by The Joint Commission and part of Lutheran Health Network, we provide compassionate, quality care to more than 100,000 patients annually in Northern Allen County and surrounding communities. Services include cardiology, women’s health, orthopedics, diagnostic imaging, emergency care, and perinatal/neonatal care. Dupont is a Level III Obstetric and Neonatal Care Center and was among the first ten Indiana hospitals certified as a Perinatal Center by the Indiana State Department of Health.

Highlights of working at Dupont Hospital:

  • Excellent patient, physician, and team-member satisfaction scores
  • Concierge care program
  • Recognition & Reward program
  • Certification and education assistance
  • Student-loan contributions
  • Continuing-education opportunities
  • On-site team-member fitness gym
  • 30% discount on select café meals during shift
  • Tobacco-free campus

About the Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN coordinates and provides high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders, collaborates with the healthcare team, and maintains a supportive environment for patients and families.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process
  • Conduct thorough patient assessments, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to the care team
  • Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development
  • Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration per standards of practice
  • Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
  • Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions (e.g., CPR, code team activities)
  • Advocate for patient rights and needs, ensuring their voices are heard in care planning and delivery
  • Provide patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care
  • Implement and adhere to infection-control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections
  • Monitor and operate medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety
  • Promote patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment
  • Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrate responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and policies
  • Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record
  • Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and current nursing standards
  • Participate in performance-improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development

Emergency Services RN – Additional Duties

  • Rapidly assess and triage patients to determine severity and prioritize care
  • Perform emergency procedures such as intubation, wound care, and suturing
  • Implement interventions to stabilize patients, including administering medications, starting IV lines, and providing respiratory support

Requirements

  • 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute-care setting
  • RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
  • BCLS – Basic Life Support required
  • ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
  • PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
  • NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation preferred

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices
  • Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively
  • Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care
  • Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives

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