Emergency Room Registered Nurse

## ED Registered Nurse (Full-time)Applylocations: Royse City ERtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR100229ED Registered Nurse (Full-time)An **Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN)** is crucial in providing immediate and comprehensive care to patients experiencing acute medical conditions or emergencies. Below is an overview of the key aspects of the role: **Responsibilities:*** Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough head-to-toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations of patients when they arrive, determining the severity of their condition.* Triage: Assign triage categories to ensure timely care based on the urgency of each patient's condition.* Emergency Care: Provide care to patients of all ages, including neonates, children, adults, and geriatrics, following established protocols and guidelines.* Medication Administration: Administer medications accurately while adhering to the five rights of medication administration (right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time).* Supervision: Oversee the work of support staff such as Emergency Room Technicians (ERTs) and other healthcare personnel, ensuring a collaborative and efficient workflow.* Patient Advocacy: Communicate effectively with patients and their families, explaining procedures and treatment plans to provide emotional support and education.* Collaboration: Work closely with physicians and other healthcare staff to develop and implement patient care plans.* Infection Control: Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.* Continuous Education: Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities, attending staff meetings, and engaging in quality improvement initiatives.**Position Requirements:*** Two years of emergency room experience.* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.* Current Licensure with the State Board of Nurse Examiners for their state.* Current BCLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and TNCC preferred* Educational requirements appropriate for meeting the age-specific needs of patients presenting to the emergency center, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, including emergency procedures required for stabilizing patients of all ages.* Validate clinical skills outlined in the orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.* Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.**Personal Attributes:*** Team Player: Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.* Empathy: Demonstrate compassion and understanding while dealing with patients in crisis.* Critical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in emergencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr