Full-Time Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Job Summary Our Nursing team member’s primary goal is to provide the most remarkable patient experience while delivering professional nursing services and patient care in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings. The Registered Nurse follows the nursing process, including patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care given. The RN collaborates with physicians and the multidisciplinary team to provide physical and psychological support to patients and families while adhering to hospital and departmental policies and nursing standards and practice. The Emergency Department RN provides care for patients with various types of illness or trauma requiring emergency attention and must be able to recognize and effectively treat life‑saving conditions. Hours: 1st shift, days will vary | No supervisory responsibilities | No travel | Pay commensurate with experience. Minimum Job Qualifications Recent emergency or critical care experience preferred. Must be licensed a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of NC. Current CPR Certification. ACLS Certification obtained during orientation period. PALS Certification obtained within 3 months. TNCC Certification preferred. Essential Functions Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, families, and friends. Provide direct, professional nursing care to patients. Maintain a safe and clean working environment. Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies. Ensure safe operation of equipment. Prepare equipment and assist physicians during examinations and treatments specific to the ER. Administer medications using the electronic health record and scanning process. Document, monitor, and report symptoms and changes in patient status. Provide patient education about illness and disease and promote health maintenance and disease prevention. Maintain confidentiality of patient records. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other team members. Perform a head‑to‑toe assessment and reassessments on all age groups. Interact professionally with patients/families and provide explanation and verbal reassurance. Formulate and update an individualized plan of care for each patient. Assume the role of patient advocate. Comply with protocols, procedures, and policies. Have knowledge of cardiac monitoring, rhythm interruption, and appropriate treatment. Prioritize nursing care and use critical thinking skills. Know proper dosing and administration of critical medications. Document all nursing care data concisely, accurately, and completely in a timely manner, using the appropriate format. Communicate appropriately and effectively with all hospital staff, visitors, families, and physicians. Be flexible, organized, and function under stressful and emergency situations. Exhibit professionalism at all times, showing respect and dignity to all. Participate with orientation and training of new personnel and act as a resource and mentor in a professional manner. Participate in special assignments and quality improvement projects. Comprehend the triage process and prioritize patient acuity based on physical, psychological, and social needs. Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (e.g., flu shot). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption. Candidates will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work. Criminal background check and pre‑employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer. Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy. Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ashe Memorial Hospital