RN:ER 19349130

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN)

The Emergency Room Registered Nurse (RN) plays a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. The position requires collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes in an emergency setting.

Position Details

• Unit: Emergency Room
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift Notes: Mids from 11 AM to 11:30 PM; Weekend requirement based on unit needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in a high-volume emergency department.
• Perform triage assessments and manage patient care in accordance with unit protocols.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and ensure proper documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop patient-centered care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Manage ER holds and coordinate with inpatient RNs for bed placements.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in an emergency room or trauma center.
• Required Certifications:
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• Licensure: Must hold a valid WA or Compact License.

Unit Information

• Bed Capacity: 56 beds, with hall beds increasing capacity to 60-70.
• Fast Track Availability: Yes, with 6 beds dedicated to fast track services.
• Triage Area: Separate triage area with 5 beds; travel nurses may take a triage test for assignment.
• Psych/Secusion Rooms: Yes, includes a locked hall with 6 private treatment rooms.
• Patient Volume: Approximately 170-200 patients per day.
• Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:3, or 1:4 for low acuity.
• Common Diagnoses: Cardiac events, stroke, sepsis, DKA, respiratory issues, abdominal pain, and mental health concerns.

Work Environment

• EMR System: Epic
• In-house Security: Yes
• Transport Services: Radiology department is adjacent to the ED, with transport assistance available.
• Orientation: 1 day compliance training followed by a department-specific orientation.

Additional Information

• Holiday requirement: Must work holidays in November and December with consideration for one of the three holidays if unit demands allow.
• No call or standby requirements, with extra shifts available if desired.
• Professional dress code: Any professional colors are permitted.