RN - Emergency Services - FT

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, comprehensive nursing care for patients in an acute care environment. Accountable for the delivery of coordinated, safe, compassionate, therapeutic, evidence-based quality care to patients and families, based on individual physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and appropriate care strategies throughout the lifespan. Practices in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state of employment, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the ANA scope and standards of practice.

Education, License & Certifications

• Registered Nurse license in the State of Practice
• BSN in Nursing preferred; previously agreed timelines for obtaining a BSN remain in effect
• Specialty certification preferred
• BLS certification
• ACLS and PALS certification as unit dependent

Experience

• At least one year of RN experience, or transitioned to the role from a Newly Licensed Registered Nurse Residency (NLRN) Program
• Must maintain BLS certification; ACLS is unit dependent

Essential Functions

• Assesses, diagnoses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care; develops, updates, and coordinates the plan of care to achieve patient goals and optimize outcomes and transitions across the continuum
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate
• Performs and maintains the currency of essential competencies required for the specific area of hire and population served
• Advocates for ethical and holistic care by partnering in care planning to promote autonomy, dignity, rights, values, and beliefs of patients
• Fosters a learning environment for patients/families, nursing, and other healthcare team members
• Accountable for safety; integrates evidence and best practice into nursing care; uses data and evidence to improve patient outcomes
• Engages in ongoing professional development; practices at the top of license within legal parameters
• Demonstrates leadership as a change agent; delegates, coordinates care, and collaborates with the inter-professional team
• Models professional behaviors as a representative of the nursing profession

Other Duties

• Proficiency in information technology, including electronic health records, communication systems, and related equipment
• Skilled to work with a wide range of staff as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to use independent, critical judgment in all aspects of patient care delivery
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude
• Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, urgent responses, and challenging situations

Pay

The pay range for this position is $40.00 to $54.12 per hour.

Sign-On Bonus

Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus for qualified RNs.