ED Registered Nurse (FT

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ED) – is crucial in providing immediate and comprehensive care to patients experiencing acute medical conditions or emergencies.

• Patient Assessment:
  Conduct thorough head‑to‑toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations upon arrival to determine severity.
• Triage:
  Assign triage categories based on urgency of each patient’s condition.
• Emergency Care:
  Provide care to patients of all ages—including neonates, children, adults, and geriatrics—following established protocols and guidelines.
• Medication Administration:
  Administer medications accurately while adhering to the five rights (right patient, medication, dose, route, time).
• Supervision:
  Oversee the work of support staff such as Emergency Room Technicians (ERTs) and other healthcare personnel to ensure efficient workflow.
• Patient Advocacy:
  Communicate effectively with patients and families, explaining procedures and treatment plans to provide emotional support and education.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with physicians and other staff to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Infection Control:
  Maintain a clean and sanitary environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.
• Continuous
  
  Education:
  
  Participate in ongoing training and professional development, attending staff meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

• Minimum two years of emergency room experience.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Current licensure with the state board of nurse examiners.
• Current BCLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS, ENPC, and TNCC preferred.
• Education covering age‑specific needs of patients (neonates to geriatrics) and emergency procedures for stabilization of all ages.
• Validate clinical skills outlined in the orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

• Team Player:
  Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Empathy:
  Demonstrate compassion and understanding when dealing with patients in crisis.
• Critical Thinking:
  Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.

Physical Demands:
Lift and move up to 50 pounds, stand for up to 8 hours, with frequent bending and twisting motions.

Adverse/Hazardous Conditions:
Potential injuries from physical effort and chemical irritants, exposure to body fluids and infectious diseases.

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