Registered Nurse - Emergency​/Nights- Req

Job Objective

A Registered Nurse is responsible for the nursing care of patients as established by the Nursing Practice Act of the Board of Registered Nursing of the State of California and as guided by policies and procedures of the Medical Center. In the Emergency Department, the RN must be knowledgeable in multiple disciplines, pediatrics, obstetrics, medicine, cardiology, trauma, orthopedics, oncology, infectious disease, and psychiatry, and must care for all age groups.

• Nursing Process
  • Apply nursing process in direct patient care.
  • Provide accurate assessment and documentation of physiological, psychosocial, cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, and spiritual needs of patients.
  • Sequence of action, update nursing care plan, evaluate progress each shift.
  • Provide information to patient/family regarding educational resources; direct patient/family education.
  • Discharge planning beginning on admission with appropriate referrals and updates.
  • Adhere to admission, transfer criteria, and all current policies and procedures.
  • Evaluate and document outcomes of medical, nursing, and ancillary team interventions.
  • Incorporate time‑management skills.
• Nursing Care Delivery Process
  • Knowledgeable regarding current nursing practices and procedures.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of resources, forms, administrative resources, and ability to interpret rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge of legal aspects of nursing care.
  • Knowledge of patient rights.
  • Act as liaison between medical staff and patient care team.
• Technical Equipment
  • Operate technical equipment in area of care safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Environment
  • Assist in maintenance of a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment.
  • Assess safety and cleanliness; report hazards.
  • Use resources efficiently with cost awareness.
  • Prevent contamination; use Exposure Control Plan and Standard Precautions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of emergency codes.
• Leadership / Professionalism
  • Supervise care provided by others.
  • Assume responsibility for quality of care.
  • Give accurate, concise patient care reports.
  • Maintain professional attitude and effective relationships.
  • Work effectively under pressure and in crises.
  • Adhere to privacy laws (PHI) and the Code of Conduct.
  • Follow AVMC Compliance & Integrity Program policies.
  • Complete mandatory initial and annual training.
  • Demonstrate ethical decision making and safety culture.
• Communication
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, physicians.
  • Problem solve and intervene during crises.
  • Follow chain of command and conflict management process.
  • Accept constructive criticism and follow directions.
• Age Specific & Cultural Requirement
  • Knowledge of special needs and behaviors of age‑specific, cultural groups.
  • Participate in age‑specific and cultural educational and training programs.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in required competencies.
• Non‑Essential Duties
  • Participate in unit or hospital‑based committees.
  • Other duties as assigned.

• Support and adhere to AVMC values and mission statement.
• Conform to accreditation standards and quality management guidelines.
• Follow telephone etiquette and team‑player attitude.
• Use equipment safely and effectively.
• Adhere to AVMC policies, interpret rules, and function under them.
• Organize work, establish priorities, act on initiative.
• Function under pressure and meet time parameters.
• Provide highest level of patient/customer satisfaction.

• Patients Come First – Safe, active listening and communication.
• Accountability & Ownership – Complete tasks transparently.
• Teamwork – Build trust, respect, and collaboration.
• Integrity & Honesty – Tell truth, speak up when wrong.
• Excellence – Goal‑oriented, quality quest.
• Initiative & Innovation – Resources to improve experience.
• Tenderness & Compassion – Empathy, kindness, advocacy.

Education: Adheres to required educational standards, maintains current licensure, certifications, education, and physical health standards. Participates in mandatory and optional educational activities, attends staff meetings. Demonstrates competency in hospital information technologies. Completes written and practical competencies annually or as…