RN - ER

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency RoomLocation: Austin, TXFacility Department Number: 78077Discipline: Emergency ServicesShift: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMWeekends: RotatingUnit OverviewThis Emergency Room unit is designed to provide high-quality emergency care. It features:48 private rooms27 hallway stretchers9 Fast track beds5 behavioral health spacesThe unit is staffed by a total of 111 personnel, ensuring comprehensive patient care.Patient Ratios1:4 for emergency department (ED) patients1:5 for behavioral health (BH) patients1:3 for cardiac/trauma patientsEquipment UtilizedAlaris pumpsBelmont and Level 1 Rapid infusersStryker stretchersElectronic Medical Records (EMR)The unit utilizes MEDITECH for managing patient records and information.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)BLS (Basic Life Support)ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)Preferred Qualifications:Experience with MeditechTrauma experienceInpatient experienceCPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)Typical ProceduresSplintingEKGsCentral monitoringTrauma assistsCentral lines placementAirway supportBehavioral health de-escalationMorgan lens applicationRapid infusion and resuscitation proceduresIdeal Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate should be a:MultitaskerTeam playerSelf-starterDress CodeScrub Color: Navy blue for registered nurses (RNs).Unit PoliciesAll staff are expected to adhere to established unit policies and guidelines.Awards and RecognitionActive unit-based committees and social initiatives enhance the work environment.Additional InformationConsider joining a dynamic team known for its tenure and experience. Opportunities for growth, advancement, and exposure to new equipment and technology are available.