Emergency Room Travel Registered Nurse

Travel Nurse RN, ER Observation

St. Anthony Hospital Lakewood, Colorado

Registered Nurse (RN) ER Observation

An ER Observation Registered Nurse cares for patients who need additional short-term monitoring before discharge or admission. This role focuses on rapid assessment, treatment response evaluation, and patient stabilization.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor patients' conditions, administering treatments or diagnostics as needed.

Determine whether patients require further hospitalization or can safely be discharged.

Educate patients on discharge instructions, follow-up appointments, and warning signs.

Collaborate with emergency and inpatient teams to coordinate care.

Maintain thorough documentation of care delivered and outcomes.

Work Environment:

Usually adjacent to or part of an ER, focusing on short stays.

Requires strong assessment and time-management skills.

Close coordination with case management and inpatient services.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on acute care experience.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.

Training opportunities in observation medicine and protocols.

Why Choose Us?

We believe in efficient use of resources and patient-centered observation care. Join our ER Observation unit to enhance patient satisfaction and care transitions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Information based on the BLS and actual job responsibilities may vary by location.

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