Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Registered Nurse- Emergency Department

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA regulations governing patient transfers in and out of the Emergency Department.
• Performs age-specific triage, safety assessments, and trauma response evaluations for diverse patient populations.
• Conducts comprehensive nursing assessments, including physiological, psychological, and ongoing systems evaluations.
• Interprets diagnostic data, including EKGs, arterial blood gases, and hemodynamic responses, initiating appropriate interventions.
• Monitors, evaluates, and documents patient responses to vasoactive medications and advanced cardiac therapies, including pacemaker management.
• Manages and monitors patients requiring mechanical ventilation and oxygen therapy.
• Identifies and responds to crisis situations, including behavioral health emergencies, verbal de-escalation, and suicide or abuse risk.
• Develops, implements, and prioritizes individualized plans of care based on patient needs and acuity.
• Safely initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergent and critical situations.
• Administers IV therapy, medications, enteral feedings, and other ordered treatments in accordance with hospital policy.
• Provides ongoing patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, and discharge planning.
• Ensures accurate documentation of patient care, valuables, supplies, and charges.
• Performs wound care, dressing changes, specimen collection, glucose monitoring, and urinary catheterization using aseptic technique.
• Adheres to infection control standards, safety protocols, and proper use of restraints and unit-specific equipment.
• Coordinates safe and efficient patient transfers and discharges, ensuring complete documentation and handoff communication.
• Evaluates patient outcomes and progress toward goals, adjusting care plans to meet discharge criteria.
• Participates in professional development, quality improvement initiatives, and unit productivity through effective communication and delegation.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Current/Valid Florida RN Licensure

· BLS and ACLS Certification required.

· PALS or ENPC required.

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Free Parking