Registered Nurse; RN), Emergency Room, NIGHTS - JR

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. The RN is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care for individuals presenting with a wide range of urgent and emergent conditions. This role requires critical thinking, rapid decision-making, and the ability to prioritize care while maintaining a high standard of patient safety and compassion.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and triage using established protocols (e.g., ESI)

• Initiate and manage emergency nursing interventions based on patient condition and physician orders

• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures in accordance with hospital policies and scope of practice

• Monitor and evaluate patient responses, updating care plans as needed

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care

• Provide rapid response and stabilization for critically ill or injured patients

• Document all patient care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR)

• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions

• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

• Maintain readiness of emergency equipment and supplies

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental meetings

• Serve as a patient advocate while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills

• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress, fast-paced environments

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage time effectively

• Knowledge of emergency nursing standards and best practices

• Proficiency in EMR systems and basic computer skills

• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and quality care

• Current, active
  
  Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Minimum of 1 year of emergency or acute care experience preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Required or within a specified timeframe

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Required or within a specified timeframe

• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) – Preferred

• Trauma certification (e.g., TNCC) – Preferred

• Fast-paced Emergency Department with exposure to high-acuity and trauma patients

• Frequent exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and emergency situations

• Requires flexibility, adaptability, and teamwork

• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and lifting

• Ability to lift and move patients (up to 50 lbs. or more with assistance)

• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for clinical tasks

• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and boast an enjoyable, team oriented working environment that offers a number of benefits to full-time associates including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, paid time off, and a voluntary match 401(k) retirement savings plan.

* Perks for our team
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401K with employer match

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

FREE Services with NFCH Providers

A generous PTO plan

Competitive pay

Health and Wellness Discounts

* Details outlining program specifics are available upon request

Job Type
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Full time - Night Shift

Pay
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Based on years’ of experience

Benefits
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401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

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