RN New Grad, Emergency Services, Full Time, Various Shifts

Welcoming New Grads to Our Emergency Department!

Our People. In our department, we go beyond the typical coworker dynamic; we operate as a family unit. Here, teamwork is more than a concept; it's our way of life. We uplift one another, motivating everyone to chase their dreams and providing the necessary support to transform those dreams into tangible achievements. Joining our team would mean contributing to our shared goals where we learn and grow as we create extraordinary experiences.

Our Department. We operate a 36-bed emergency room, offering an extensive range of services that aren't typically found in rural areas. Diversity is at the heart of our team, and we thrive on collaboration, both within our organization and with external partners. Our continuous efforts to refine our processes ensure a smooth and safe experience for our patients, all while upholding excellence in the care we deliver.

30 Monitored Beds 6 Patient Fast Track Areas Level IV Trauma Center Fast-paced Environment An average of 70-80 patients per day in winter months Approximately 100 patients per day in summer months Offering a variety of shift opportunities including Days, Mids and Night Shifts Certified Stroke Center Base hospital for surrounding EMS departments Offering on-site rotor wing aircrafts for transfers to higher levels of care with access to off-site fixed wing options

Job Summary

This position serves to provide productive learning experiences for the new graduate nurse after the acquisition of the Arizona Registered Nurse.

Essential Functions

- Participates with other disciplines in the planning, implementation, evaluation and modification of nursing care and gives direct nursing care.

- Performs nursing procedures following Tiered Nursing Orientation and competency checklists for which competency has been established and signed off. Each skill must have been observed and validated by the nurse preceptor.

- Demonstrates ability to evaluate suggestions and criticisms objectively and, when necessary undertakes to change behavior or seek further guidance.

- Demonstrates a commitment to quality through participation in continuous improvement activities, offering constructive suggestion for change and improvement in the hospital/unit's overall operation and efficiency, and sharing information and evaluation effectiveness.

- Demonstrates ability to adapt to change which directly or indirectly impacts on job responsibilities.

- Practices listening skills when dealing with concerns, complaints, questions, demonstrating objectivity in emotional situations.

- Demonstrates sensitivity to fellow workers needs as they relate to the job by providing support, giving advice or referring to appropriate sources of help when needed.

- Shares responsibility for team assignment and unit workload and helping others.

- Consistently conforms to department dress code and maintains appearance suited to position.

- Maintains punctual attendance for all assigned duties.

- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and accepting assignments.

- Demonstrates initiative and motivation in managing and utilizing time.

- Maintains own time card accurately.

- Demonstrates active participation in professional growth activities.

- Identifies and pursues own educational needs.

- Attends staff meetings or reviews meeting minutes when absent.

- Satisfactorily completes all mandatory in-service education programs annually (BLS, Re-Orientation, Competency Skills, etc.).

- Utilizes opportunities for cross training.

Other Duties - Maintain a safe and clean environment. Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the people we serve, our physicians/healthcare providers, and our fellow employees. Master the skills needed to do your best for the people we serve. Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and inservices, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. Reviews department and association wide policies and procedures annually. Develops and maintains new policies and procedures as needed. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work.

Required Education and Experience

All Departments:

- Current AZ RN license

- BLS Certification %

Department Specific Education and Experience

Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / @ ENPC ** + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver's license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Med/Surg 3 ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & NIHSS & PALS + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

OB: ACLS * / & (L&D only) STABLE ** / & AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

OR: ACLS * / & PALS + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

POE: ACLS * / & PALS + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

ASCS/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NRP * / & (ASCS Floats Only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

IV Therapy: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & PALS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** @ Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Radiation Therapy RN: Oncology Nursing Certification (ONCC) or Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification

Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

Senior Behavioral Health: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience +

* - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification.

** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification.

& - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation.

@ - Required within 1 year of employment

% - Certification required with 30 days of employment.

+ - Preferred.

OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

This is a safety sensitive position.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors or better in Nursing.

Licenses & Certifications

BLS CPR AED Required

RN Registered Nurse

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