RN - Emergency Department Acute Care

RN - Emergency Department Acute Care

Join a dynamic healthcare team in the Pacific Northwest region as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department. This role offers the opportunity to provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care in a critical access hospital setting with a Level IV trauma designation. You will work closely with physicians and healthcare professionals to ensure timely and effective patient care.

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Emergency Department Director, you will deliver general nursing care using sound judgment and nursing principles. Responsibilities include administering medications and treatments, assisting providers during examinations, and accurately documenting patient care. You will develop individualized care plans and maintain compliance with nursing standards and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments following approved nursing protocols.
• Provide accurate and timely information to healthcare team members to support continuity of care.
• Assess, care for, and document patient conditions using the nursing process.
• Prepare equipment and assist providers during patient treatment and examinations.
• Ensure proper documentation of medications, vital signs, and patient intake/output.
• Develop patient-specific care plans within 24 hours of admission.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility in charging supplies and pharmacy items.
• Maintain patient safety and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• Participate in orientation, staff meetings, and ongoing training to foster teamwork and professional growth.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum of one year RN experience in an emergency room setting preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current and unrestricted nursing license in Washington State.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS (or ENPC) certifications required.
• TNCC certification required within six months of hire.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of nursing procedures and patient care principles.
• Ability to apply age-specific growth and development principles to patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively.

Work Schedule and Benefits

This full-time position involves 12-hour shifts totaling 40 hours per week. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, disability plans, retirement contributions, tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, and more.

Regional Lifestyle

Enjoy the balance of privacy and community in the Pacific Northwest, with access to year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, whale watching, fishing, and hunting. Nearby cultural attractions and educational institutions provide additional opportunities for personal and professional enrichment.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc