ED Registered Nurse (PRN

RN – Emergency Department (ED) Registered Nurse (RN)

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough head‑to‑toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations upon arrival, determining severity of condition.
• Assign triage categories to ensure timely care based on urgency.
• Provide care to patients of all ages, following established protocols and guidelines.
• Administer medications accurately, adhering to the five rights of medication administration.
• Oversee support staff such as Emergency Room Technicians and other healthcare personnel, ensuring collaborative workflow.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, explaining procedures and treatment plans for emotional support and education.
• Work closely with physicians and other staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development, attending staff meetings and engaging in quality improvement initiatives.

Position Requirements

• Two years of emergency room experience.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure with the State Board of Nurse Examiners for their state.
• Current BCLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or ENPC, and TNCC preferred.
• Education appropriate for meeting age‑specific needs of patients, including procedures for stabilizing patients of all ages.
• Validate clinical skills in orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Must meet physical work demands (lift up to 50 pounds, frequent standing, walking up to 8 hours, bending, and twisting motions).
• Willing to work in potential hazardous conditions, including exposure to body fluids and infectious diseases.

Personal Attributes

• Team player – effective within an interdisciplinary team.
• Empathy – demonstrate compassion and understanding while dealing with patients in crisis.
• Critical thinking – strong problem‑solving skills and ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.

Working Conditions

• Physical demands: lift and move up to 50 pounds, frequent standing, walking up to 8 hours, bending, and twisting motions.
• Adverse/hazardous conditions: potential injuries from physical effort, chemical irritants, exposure to body fluids and infectious diseases.

Banner Nutex Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any other class protected by federal, state, or local law.