Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Full Time - Nights

Find your calling at Mercy! Position Details: Mercy Hospital Ada RN, Emergency Department Full Time Night Shift Mercy Hospital Ada - Ada, OK Employment Type: Full-Time (36 hours/week) Shift: Night Shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Why This Role Stands Out Competitive RN salary plus shift differential and bonus pay Up to $8/hour additional premium pay opportunities Up to $20,000 student loan forgiveness Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 annually Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one Paid time off and vacation Retirement plan with employer match Supportive work environment with strong staffing ratios Position Overview Mercy Hospital Ada is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Emergency Department team. This role is ideal for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality care to patients experiencing acute illness, injury, and medical emergencies. The RN utilizes the nursing process to provide patient-centered care while collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary team members. Emergency Department Nurse Responsibilities Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for emergency department patients Prioritize patient needs and respond rapidly to changes in condition Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed Perform patient handoffs utilizing patient safety tools such as SBAR and bedside reporting Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members Interpret and utilize diagnostic, laboratory, and monitoring data to support patient care decisions Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, discharge instructions, and ongoing care needs Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation Delegate and coordinate care with support staff as appropriate Participate in quality improvement initiatives, department meetings, and continuing education activities Unit Highlights - Emergency Department Fast-paced environment caring for patients across all age groups Collaborative team of nurses, physicians, advanced practice providers, and support staff Opportunity to develop critical thinking and emergency nursing skills Exposure to a wide variety of medical, surgical, trauma, and behavioral health conditions Common Conditions Treated Chest pain and cardiac emergencies Stroke symptoms and neurological emergencies Trauma and injury-related conditions Respiratory distress Sepsis and infectious diseases Behavioral health emergencies Abdominal pain and gastrointestinal disorders Orthopedic injuries and fractures Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program (Associate Degree, Diploma, or BSN) Current RN license in Oklahoma or compact state licensure Must obtain and maintain required certifications, including BLS and other department-required certifications within established timeframes Strong communication, critical thinking, and patient assessment skills Preferred Qualifications Previous Emergency Department nursing experience preferred ACLS and PALS certifications preferred Experience in critical care, telemetry, medical-surgical, or other acute care settings Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients in a fast-paced environment Strong teamwork, collaboration, and customer service skills What You'll Bring Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care Ability to remain calm and effective during emergencies and high-acuity situations Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous learning Excellent communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and team members Professional accountability and dedication to delivering exceptional patient outcomes Why Mercy? Named one of Modern Healthcare's Top Places to Work Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture Career advancement opportunities across Mercy's network Continuing education, specialty certification, and professional development support A mission-driven organization focused on compassionate care and exceptional service #J-18808-Ljbffr