RN - ER

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for providing high-quality care to patients in need.Unit InformationTrauma Level: IV, STEMI Level I, Stroke Level II (currently pursuing Level III Trauma designation)Number of Beds: 45 (including 4 hallway beds, 4 vertical rooms, 1 trauma bay, 1 resuscitation bay, and 1 cardiac room)Fast Track: Yes, with vertical space for rapid assessmentTriage Area: Separate triage area; traveling nurses do not participate in triagePsych/Seclusion Rooms: 4 dedicated rooms for psychiatric patients, with 1:1 sitters providedPatient CareAverage Patient Volume: 170 patients per dayNurse:Patient Ratios: 1:4-5Common Diagnoses: Stroke, STEMI, trauma, abdominal pain, and high acuity ESI level I patients. Pediatric stabilization with transfer for higher care as needed.Role ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive nursing care in the emergency department setting.Utilize skills in high-acuity situations, including trauma management.Administer common drips such as Nicardipine, Propofol, Fentanyl, Norepi, Nitro, Versed, and Precedex.Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurse assistants, and respiratory therapists.Monitor and interpret telemetry readings; RNs are responsible for reading and assessment.QualificationsRequired Certifications: BLS, ACLS, TNCC, PALS, ENPC.Must have a minimum of 2.5 years of experience in an emergency department setting, preferably from a larger urban facility.Trauma experience is highly preferred.Work EnvironmentShifts: 12-hour shifts with varying start times, including day and night shifts.Weekend Requirement: Minimum of 4 weekends within a 6-week period.Holiday Requirement: As needed based on departmental needs.No on-call or standby requirements.Floating may be required to nearby facilities, though this occurs rarely.Scrub Color/Dress Code: Clean and professional attire; no specific color requirement.Orientation: 1 shift for unit-specific orientation following hospital and Epic training.Additional InformationIn-house security is available 24/7 within the emergency department.Dedicated respiratory therapy team available around the clock to manage all equipment and provide necessary treatments.X-Ray and CT services available within the emergency department, with protocols for patient transport as necessary.Join our team and be part of a dedicated workforce committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a challenging and rewarding environment!