RN -Emergency Department​/Med Surgical Progressive Care

Overview

River View Health, is a community owned, membership based non-profit organization that was formed in 1898 and continues to be the sole community hospital in Crookston, MN.

River View Health operates a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital, River View Recovery Center; a chemical dependency outpatient treatment program, River View Home Care and five primary care and specialty clinics in the hospitals service area.

We have a robust scholarship program for those furthering their education in a medical field, excellent benefits, and a friendly work environment. Full-time benefits include health insurance, free single vision and basic dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and short-term disability, and employer HSA contributions. Other benefits include employer pension matching, shift differential, incentive/premium pay, free annual biometric screening and paid volunteer time off.

River View is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Job Title: Register Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department and Med-Surg
Position Status
: .9 fte (72 hours per pay period) - rotational days and nights (12-hour shifts), or option for straight nights if preferred. Two (2) weekends every six (6) weeks.
Department
:
Emergency & Med-Surgical Dept
Salary Range
: $36.73 - $51.43 / per hour (based on experience)

Join our Team!

Riverview Health Emergency Department are currently looking for a interested RN to join our team.

Qualifications:

The Emergency Department (ED) and Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. The RN assesses, triages, and treats patients with a wide range of medical conditions, ensuring timely and effective care in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Essential Functions:

• Patient Assessment and Triage - Perform rapid assessment and triage based on patient acuity.
• Provide direct patient care in the ER and Med-Surg units, including triage, stabilization, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Direct Patient Care - Develop and implement care plans based on patient condition and medical protocols. Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician. Provide wound care, start IV lines, and monitor patient response.
• Emergency Intervention - Respond to life-threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, and trauma.
• Documentation and Reporting - Accurately document patient care and outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Demonstrate compliance with all regulatory standards, infection prevention, and patient safety protocols.
• Communication and Collaboration - Communicate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare team members. Provide patient education on care plans, discharge instructions, and medications.
• Patient Advocacy and Safety - Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes appropriately.
• Technical and Procedural Skills - Perform procedures such as IV insertion, catheterization, blood draws, and wound care.
• Emotional and Crisis Support - Provide emotional support to patients and families during traumatic events. Maintain professionalism and composure in high-stress situations.

Minimum(s):

• Current State of Minnesota RN license is required.
• Current American Heart BLS certification is required. If not currently certified, training will be provided and certification must be obtained within 4 months of date of hire.
• Current American Heart ACLS certification is required. If not ACLS certified, we will train within the first year.
• PALS, TNCC or NRP will be necessary within 1st year based on where the individual cross-trains.

Preferred(s):

• ICU, ER, Medical, Surgical or OB experience.
• 1+ years of clinical nursing experience
• 2+ years of experience in emergency nursing, ICU, or trauma

Competencies:

• Must work well under pressure and be sensitive to concerns and confidentiality of the patient
• Ability to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds with professionalism and care
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills