RN - ER

RN - ER

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Emergency Room Nurse, Floor Nurse

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 5p-5a

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 3 years

License: Current valid state Nursing License

Certifications: Current CPR, ACLS, TNCC, NRP, and STABLE certifications

Must-Have: Good communication skills

Description:

This position contributes to the fulfillment of the organization's vision and mission by exercising appropriate nursing judgment based on knowledge, skills, and understanding in nursing situations.

The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.

The nurse participates in a quality assurance program to provide optimal patient care.

Reports to the Client Nursing Supervisor.

Performs nursing care and services for patients such as observing and recording signs and symptoms.

Administers sterile treatments and assists with examinations.

Uses and cares for special equipment.

Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to medical and/or nursing plans.

Prepares, administers, and documents oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications using the barcode scanning in the electronic health system.

Observes site of insertion and rate of flow in IVs and discontinues IVs.Assists in planning, providing, and evaluating patient care as a member of the nursing team.

Responsible for total patient care when assigned.

Performs duties in the care and cleaning of rooms and equipment after use or discharge.

Prepares and sterilizes patient supplies and keeps utility and service rooms in order.

Observes, records, and reports general and specific physical and mental conditions of patients, and signs and symptoms indicative of change.

Performs selected procedures and therapeutic treatments.

Provides nursing care in the Emergency Room following demonstration of competence.

Observes and provides care to the obstetrical patient through labor, delivery, and postpartum periods after demonstration of competence.

Observes and provides care of the newborn.

Participates in nursing care plans for total patient care according to physician instructions and in conformance with established standards and recognized nursing techniques.

Promotes patient cooperation and assists in teaching patient self-care.

Studies and evaluates trends and developments in nursing practices with consideration of their adaptability to specific needs.

Assumes responsibility for accuracy of procedures and maintenance of high standards of nursing care.

Maintains accurate and complete records.

Records and transcribes patient orders from physicians.

Assists in training and orientation of new employees.

Participates in Quality Assurance committees as needed.

Attends in-service programs, meetings, and educational workshops.

Recognizes and has a commitment to meet the ethical, moral, and legal obligations of nursing.

Maintains and promotes good health practices.

Conforms to procedures and policies.

Performs all duties as described by the job description within the scope of licensure.

Maintains current professional license in accordance with state law.

Provides leadership in medical concerns in the absence of the physician.

Does not discuss patient matters such as medical treatment, diagnosis, or history outside of the clinical setting in compliance with privacy regulations.

Understands and complies with compliance program requirements.

Participates in all education and training programs regarding compliance as required.

Demonstrates formal greetings with patients, visitors, and staff.

Willingly accepts new responsibilities and cooperates with implementation of change.

Dresses in a neat, clean uniform for patient care and maintains high personal hygiene standards.

Demonstrates respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence through a philosophy of care with all patients, visitors, and staff.

Working conditions include an indoor, smoke-free patient care environment.

Frequent contact with biohazardous materials and communicable diseases.

Research housing options as needed.