Registered Nurse - Emergency (ER)

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Emergency Room (ER) team. As an ER Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing immediate care and support to patients in emergency situations. Your expertise and quick decision-making abilities will be essential in stabilizing patients, assessing their conditions, and ensuring the best possible outcomes. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional with a passion for emergency medicine, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our ER department.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Perform thorough assessments of patients upon arrival, including collecting vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Triage: Prioritize patient care based on the severity of their conditions, ensuring that the most critical cases receive immediate attention.
• Medical Interventions: Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered by the physician while monitoring patients' responses and adjusting care plans accordingly.
• Emergency Procedures: Perform life-saving interventions such as CPR, intubation, and wound management as necessary.
• Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, surgeons, respiratory therapists, and social workers, to coordinate and deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Patient Education: Provide patients and their families with information on their conditions, treatment plans, and recovery expectations.
• Medical Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including medical histories, assessments, and care plans, in compliance with hospital policies and legal requirements.
• Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain emergency medical equipment and devices, such as defibrillators, EKG machines, and ventilators.
• Safety Protocols: Adhere to infection control protocols and safety standards to ensure the well-being of patients and staff.
• Continuing Education: Stay updated on the latest developments in emergency nursing through ongoing training and education to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice or eligibility to obtain state licensure.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with a strong preference for prior ER or critical care experience.
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and provide effective care in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment, including weekends and holidays.
• Commitment to patient advocacy, safety, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move patients and equipment.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and bending.
• Exposure to infectious diseases and potentially hazardous materials.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

ER RN 13 week assignment 36 hrs 12 hr nights, 7p-7:30a AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, & AHA PALS required NY license 5 yrs of current ER experience required EMR: Meditech ASAP start