RN - Emergency Department

Overview

RiverView Health, is a community owned, membership based non-profit organization that was formed in 1898 and continues to be the sole community hospital in Crookston, MN.

RiverView Health operates a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital, RiverView Recovery Center; a chemical dependency outpatient treatment program, RiverView Home Care and five primary care and specialty clinics in the hospitals service area.

We have a robust scholarship program for those furthering their education in a medical field, excellent benefits, and a friendly work environment. Full-time benefits include health insurance, free single vision and basic dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability, and employer HSA contributions. Other benefits include employer pension matching, shift differential, incentive/premium pay, free annual biometric screening and paid volunteer time off.

RiverView is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

Responsibilities

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department  Position Status: .9 fte (72 hours per pay period) - rotation of days and nights (12-hour shifts); Two (2) weekends out of every six (6) weeks. Department: Emergency Department Salary Range: $36.73 - $51.43 / per hour (based on experience) - benefitted ( Sign-On Bonus eligible!) Join our Team! Riverview Health's Emergency Department is currently looking for an exceptional RN to join our team.

Summary:

The Emergency Department (ED) RN is responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. The RN assesses, triages, and treats patients with a wide range of medical conditions, ensuring timely and effective care in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Essential Functions:

• Patient Assessment and Triage - Perform rapid assessment and triage based on patient acuity.
• Provide direct patient care in the ER, including triage, stabilization, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Emergency Intervention - Respond to life-threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, and trauma.
• Documentation and Reporting - Accurately document patient care and outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Demonstrate compliance with all regulatory standards, infection prevention, and patient safety protocols.
• Communication and Collaboration - Communicate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare team members. Provide patient education on plan of care, discharge instructions, and medications.
• Patient Advocacy and Safety - Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes appropriately.
• Emotional and Crisis Support - Provide emotional support to patients and families during traumatic events. Maintain professionalism and composure in high-stress situations.

Qualifications

Minimum(s):

• Current State of Minnesota RN license is required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS and TNCC Certifications (if not current, RiverView will discuss assistance in obtaining on hire).

Preferred(s):

• 2+ years of experience in emergency nursing, ICU, or trauma

Competencies:

• Must work well under pressure and be sensitive to concerns and confidentiality of the patient
• Ability to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds with professionalism and care
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills