RN - ER

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)The Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse will provide high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. This role involves working in a Level I Trauma Center with diverse patient populations, including trauma, sepsis, chest pain, shortness of breath, and strokes. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.Unit InformationUnit Type: Emergency Room (ER)Department: ERBed Capacity: 20 beds, including 5 Trauma, 10 Observation beds, and hallway bedsFast Track Availability: Yes, with 6 bedsTriage Area: 3 triage bedsSecurity: In-house 24/7 within the ERPatient Ratios:1:4 in Zones1:6 in Fast Track1:5 in Observation1:1 in ICU/TraumaCommon Diagnoses: Trauma, sepsis, chest pain, shortness of breath, stroke (TPA)ED Staff: ED Physicians and Mid-level providers are presentCharge Nurse: Available on each shiftNurse Aids/Patient Sitters: Yes, with a ratio of 1:10 in Observation and 1:20 in main EDTelemetry/Monitor Techs: Present; RNs are required to interpret their own stripsShift DetailsShift Length: 12 hoursShift Timing: 0700-1900, 0900-2100, 1100-2300, 1500-0300, 1900-0700Weekend Requirements: Varies based on departmental needsHoliday Requirements: Varies based on departmental needsFloating Requirements: May float to Observation unit and freestanding ER at least once a weekOrientationNew hires will undergo one week of onboarding, including two shifts at a designated location and one shift at another facility. RN's will be required to pass an open book exam on skills learned during orientation, and a minimum score of 90% is required to pass.QualificationsYears of Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a relevant emergency room settingRequired Certifications:ACLSBLS CertificationNIHSSPALSTNCCNRP PreferredDriver's License: Required at the time of submission to confirm eligibility based on locationFingernail Policy: Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care areas; non-compliance may result in contract terminationThis job offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for motivated nurses to make a meaningful impact in emergency care, with diverse patient encounters and a supportive team environment.