Registered Nurse - Emergency (ER)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Emergency Room (ER) team. As an ER Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing immediate care and support to patients in emergency situations. Your expertise and quick decision-making abilities will be essential in stabilizing patients, assessing their conditions, and ensuring the best possible outcomes. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for emergency medicine, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our ER department.
Responsibilities:

1. Patient Assessment: Perform thorough assessments of patients upon arrival, including collecting vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
2. Triage: Prioritize patient care based on the severity of their conditions, ensuring that the most critical cases receive immediate attention.
3. Medical Interventions: Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered by the physician while monitoring patients' responses and adjusting care plans accordingly.
4. Emergency Procedures: Perform life-saving interventions such as CPR, intubation, and wound management as necessary.
5. Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, surgeons, respiratory therapists, and social workers, to coordinate and deliver comprehensive patient care.
6. Patient Education: Provide patients and their families with information on their conditions, treatment plans, and recovery expectations.
7. Medical Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical histories, assessments, and care plans, in compliance with hospital policies and legal requirements.
8. Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain emergency medical equipment and devices, such as defibrillators, EKG machines, and ventilators.
9. Safety Protocols: Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards to ensure the well-being of patients and staff.
10. Continuing Education: Stay updated on the latest developments in emergency nursing through ongoing training and education to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Qualifications:

1. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice or eligibility to obtain state licensure.
2. BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
3. Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. Ability to remain calm and provide effective care in high-pressure situations.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Strong organizational and time management abilities.
7. Willingness to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, including weekends and holidays.
8. Commitment to patient advocacy, safety, and confidentiality.
9. Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move patients and equipment.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and bending.
• Exposure to infectious diseases and potentially hazardous materials.

Benefits :

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

ER RN
13 week assignment
36 hrs
12 hr nights with an every other weekend/holiday rotation
BLS, ACLS, PALS, & TNCC required
MA license
Minimum of 5 yrs recent ER experience
Must have experience in Critical Access facilities
10/07 start