Temporary Emergency Department RN (36Hr, Days)

About the role

Provides comprehensive nursing care in collaboration with the healthcare team, utilizing clinical judgment to diagnose and address human responses to health challenges. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, while coordinating activities with other disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Assessment: Performs accurate multi-system evaluations, identifies deviations, and reassesses patients throughout care, including discharge planning.
• Planning: Develops individualized care and teaching plans, coordinates care and discharge, delegates activities appropriately, and prioritizes patient needs based on acuity.
• Implementation: Initiates protocols for medical or surgical management, documents care accurately in EMR, and performs procedures correctly, including emergency responses.
• Evaluation: Assesses effectiveness of care, responses to treatment, and participates in quality assurance activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum nine months RN experience, with one year ED experience or completion of a relevant internship.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licenses and certifications include RN license (Oregon), BLS, NIH Stroke Scale, ACLS, and relevant pediatric courses within specified timeframes.
• Proficiency in computer skills.

Skills

• Previous healthcare experience and a bachelor's degree in nursing or related field.
• Additional certifications such as CEN or TNCC, and ability to interpret cardiac dysrhythmias.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and commitment to professional standards.