Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

As an Emergency Department Registered Nurse at Mercy, you will deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients experiencing urgent and life-threatening conditions. In our fast-paced ED, you’ll perform rapid assessments, prioritize care, administer medications, and coordinate treatments with an interdisciplinary team. You’ll use advanced technology and evidence-based protocols to stabilize patients while supporting families with clear communication. Mercy’s culture of compassion, diversity, and professional growth offers access to ongoing education, clinical advancement, and meaningful opportunities to shape patient outcomes and community health every day. Responsibilities Provide rapid assessment, triage, and evidence-based emergency nursing care to diverse patient populations. Administer medications, treatments, and interventions per provider orders and clinical protocols. Monitor patient status, recognize deterioration, and initiate appropriate emergency responses. Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans. Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the EHR. Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and discharge instructions. Maintain infection control, safety, and quality standards in the Emergency Department. Precept, mentor, and support nursing colleagues and new staff members. Participate in continuous improvement, clinical education, and unit-based initiatives. Uphold Mercy’s culture of compassion, respect, and diversity in all interactions. Core Competencies Emergency nursing care Triage and patient assessment IV insertion and medication administration Cardiac rhythm interpretation Wound care and suturing assistance Operation of emergency equipment (defibrillators, vents) Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation ACLS protocols PALS or TNCC protocols Infection prevention and control Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Qualifications Active, unrestricted RN license in state of practice BLS (Basic Life Support) certification ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and/or TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) preferred CEN (Certified Emergency Nurse) preferred Previous Emergency Department or critical care experience preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr