ED Registered Nurse (FT)

• Patient Assessment:  Conduct thorough head-to-toe assessments and psychosocial evaluations of patients when they arrive, determining the severity of their condition.

• Triage:  Assign triage categories to ensure timely care based on the 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 of medication administration (right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time).

• Supervision:  Oversee the work of support staff such as Emergency Room Technicians (ERTs) and other healthcare personnel, ensuring a collaborative and efficient workflow.

• Patient Advocacy:  Communicate effectively with patients and their families, explaining procedures and treatment plans to provide emotional support and education.

• Collaboration:  Work closely with physicians and other healthcare staff to develop and implement patient care plans.

• Infection Control:  Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment to prevent infection and promote patient safety.

• Continuous Education:  Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities, attending staff meetings, and engaging in quality improvement initiatives.

• 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

• Educational requirements appropriate for meeting the age-specific needs of patients presenting to the emergency center, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, including emergency procedures required for stabilizing patients of all ages.

• Validate clinical skills outlined in the orientation checklist and maintain annual clinical competency.

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

• Team Player:  Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

• Empathy:  Demonstrate compassion and understanding while dealing with patients in crisis.

• Critical Thinking:  Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.

• Critical Thinking:  Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in emergencies.