Registered Nurse - Emergency Nights Job Council Bluffs area,Iowa USA,Nursing

Position: Registered Nurse - Emergency - Full Time - Nights

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? Nebraska Methodist Health System focuses on providing exceptional care to our communities and valuing all employees. We call it "The Meaning of Care" – a culture that sets us apart and helps families grow, conveys difficult diagnoses with compassion, and celebrates patient successes.

Job Summary

Location:

Methodist Jennie Edmundson, 933

E. Pierce St., Council Bluffs, IA

Schedule:

rotating weekends and holidays, 36 hrs. total per week, 7p–7:30a
Scope:
Registered Nurse in an ER/Critical Care setting – 2 years of experience required.

Incentives may include: 25,000$ sign‑on bonus, tuition reimbursement, shift differentials, tuition assistance, academic sponsorship with Methodist College, and free parking.

Responsibilities

Provide appropriate care for the age and population of the patient, ensuring understanding and comfort. Demonstrate individualized customer service based on patient needs and culture.

Perform initial and ongoing assessment to determine nursing care needs, using patient information and prioritizing data collection. Use assessment findings for discharge planning.

Develop, review, and revise individualized plans of care to address nursing needs and optimize outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines; provide education on the patient’s health problem.

Implement interventions consistent with the established plan. Follow nursing protocols, stay current with nursing practice, administer medication accurately, and use critical thinking regarding medication effects.

Evaluate patient response to interventions and document outcomes. Assess patient or family capabilities to manage care after dismissal. Provide complete verbal or written shift reports, including SBAR content.

Perform technical skills competently and independently, maintain competence, and charge supplies accurately. Follow procedures for equipment use, cleaning, and disposal.

Maintain professional behavior and participate in meetings, committees, and performance improvement activities.

Initiate actions to correct, prevent, or minimize risk to patients, families, or staff. Complete appropriate incident or patient concern reports. Work within the scope of practice and follow infection control guidelines.

Review, delegate, and evaluate plans for appropriate staff utilization. Ensure tasks are performed by the right person, with the right communication and feedback, in accordance with state and professional standards.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred;
Graduate of an accredited nursing school required.
Experience: No prior experience required; 2 years in an ER/Critical Care setting required.
Licenses/Certifications: Current RN license (half‑time, compact, or temporary permit). American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS preferred at hire and required within 3 months. ACLS required within 6 months; PALS required within 6 months; TNCC required within 1 year. Core specialty certification from NCC desired within 1 year.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff, prioritization, multi‑tasking, and computer proficiency.
Physical Requirements: Medium weight demands (up to 50lb). Tasks include climbing, kneeling, carrying, steadiness, and use of ergonomic equipment.
Hazards: Exposure to sharps, hazardous drugs, infectious materials, and environmental hazards such as noise and temperature variations.

EEO Statement

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.

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