RN - ER

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse Specialty: Emergency Room Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12H Nights Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years of emergency room experience with trauma Level I and II License: Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS; TNCC preferred Must-Have: - Must have at least two years of ER experience with trauma Level I and II accumulated in the past two years. - Epic EMR proficiency required, utilized within the last five years. - No more than five days of requested time off.

Description: Start dates are not flexible. Ratios: 1:5 medical, 1:6 for fast track. The facility operates as a Level 3 trauma center. The emergency department treats an average of 200 patients per day. There are 52 beds with four trauma bays. The team includes varied shifts for physicians and mid-level providers. There are two areas designated for quick look triage. Emergency medical technicians are available with two years of experience in EKG, vitals, blood draws, and splints. Additional support staff include respiratory therapy available 24/7 for management of procedures such as nebulizer therapy and ventilator support. Dedicated CT and X-ray services are available within the emergency department. RNs will accompany critical patients if transport is required. Emergency techs are responsible for lab draws, or RNs may draw from IV starts. There is a modified self-scheduling process with varied shift start times. Weekend requirements include four weekend shifts per four-week block. Holiday coverage typically includes two of five holidays. The uniform color is navy blue. The RN must be able to read telemetry, with the support of a monitor tech. The role involves managing common diagnoses and emergency needs, ensuring comprehensive patient care.