RN - ER

Registered Nurse

Profession: RN Specialty: Emergency Department Duration: 12 weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years License: UT License/Compact required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS Must-Have: ACLS, BLS, PALS

Description: The role requires experience in an emergency department setting. The unit consists of 16 beds. Patient ratios will be 3-4:1 or 1:1 for trauma/critical patients. The unit is staffed with unit secretaries and technicians. Advanced skills preferred include ultrasound IVs, EKGs, breathing treatments, digit blocks, and knowledge of chest tubes, central lines, and LP setups. Procedures performed on the unit include peripheral IV insertion, ultrasound-guided IV insertion, IO insertion management, and central line dressing changes. Blood and urine specimen collection, blood culture collection, end tidal CO2 monitoring, and 12 lead ECG acquisition are also required. Assisting tasks include defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion, and transcutaneous pacing. The role involves operating Belmont rapid infuser, implementing MTP, and applying splints for hemorrhage control. Additional responsibilities include tourniquet application, wound irrigation, IV medication administration, and blood product administration. Procedural sedation monitoring, medication titration, and utilization of Broselow/Panda system for pediatric IV insertion are also expected. Foley catheter insertion and straight catheter insertion may be part of the duties. The dress code is navy blue scrubs. This team thrives on a supportive and collaborative environment, working closely with physicians and mid-level providers.