Associate RN - Emergency Department

Nursing Care Provider

Provide compassionate, patient- and family-centered nursing care in a dynamic environment that champions best practices and exceptional customer service. This role fosters relationship-based care and upholds the highest professional nursing standards. Nursing care is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics, relevant state nursing practice acts, the nursing process, and regulatory standards.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage time and resources, prioritizing critical tasks while balancing short- and long-term objectives.
• Apply new knowledge and skills gained through ongoing education to improve patient care and promote cost-saving measures.
• Make informed patient care assignments based on nurse expertise, patient acuity, and technical needs.
• Deliver excellent guest relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and colleagues, embodying core values such as respect, integrity, collaboration, empathy, and courage.
• Communicate clearly and professionally to manage expectations and provide timely responses to patient needs.
• Maintain a therapeutic environment by minimizing noise, using electronic devices appropriately, and supporting healthcare students and their programs.
• Prioritize safety for patients, guests, staff, and self by adhering to national safety standards, HIPAA, and organizational policies.
• Engage in professional growth through certifications, advanced degrees, leadership opportunities, and participation in nursing research and evidence-based practice.
• Foster teamwork by motivating and guiding colleagues, encouraging cooperation, and developing leadership through mentoring and feedback.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school or, if unaccredited, a minimum of five years acute care nursing experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or required within five years of hire; enrollment in an accelerated MSN program is acceptable.
• Completion and maintenance of area-specific certifications such as ACLS, BLS, PALS, or specialty certifications.

Licensure:

Current active Registered Nurse license as required by the state nursing board.

Work Environment:

Full-time, first shift position in a healthcare facility located in a regional area of the Midwest United States.