Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Emergency NurseProvides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.Job Responsibilities:Performs functions related to problem definition, data collection, interpretation and analysisImplements and monitors patient care plansMonitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriateServes as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient careNotes and carries out physician and nursing ordersAssesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with patient/family and members of the healthcare teamAssesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learnPerforms job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice ActSkills and Attributes:Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgmentWorks under general supervisionMust be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actionApplies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specializationPosition Requirements:Work Experience:No experience requiredEducation:Associate's degree or higher or Diploma in Nursing required upon hire ANDBachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required within 5 years of employment in this positionLicensure/Certification/Registration:RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire ANDBLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position ANDACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Healthcare Provider through American Heart Association (AHA) or ALS - Advanced Life Support Healthcare Provider through American Red Cross (ARC) required within 12 months of employment in this position ANDPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required within 12 months of employment in this positionOrganizational Responsibilities:Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.Physical Demands: (Clinical - Hospital)Standing: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlySitting: OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyLifting 25-75 lbs.: RarelyLifting over 75 lbs.: RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyCarrying 25-75 lbs.: RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs.: RarelyPushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: FrequentlyClimbing: OccasionallyBending/Stooping: FrequentlyKneeling: OccasionallyCrouching/Crawling: OccasionallyReaching: FrequentlyTalking: FrequentlyHearing: FrequentlyRepetitive Foot/Leg Movements: RarelyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry: FrequentlyRunning: OccasionallyVision: Depth Perception: FrequentlyVision: Distinguish Color: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Far: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyHazardous Drug Risk Exposure: High riskOwensboro Health Core Commitments:INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.