Emergency Room Nurse
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Emergency Room Nurse to provide exceptional care in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for triaging patients, initiating IV starts, monitoring telemetry, and administering conscious sedation, while delivering high-quality support to adult patients experiencing various medical emergencies.
Required Skills and Certifications
- Minimum Experience: 2 years in a related nursing role
- Certifications Required:
- TNCC
- ACLS
- NIH
- MOAB
- PALS
- BLS
- Skills Required:
- IV Start
- Triage
- Telemetry
- Conscious Sedation
Preferred Skills and Experience
- ENPC Certification
- Trauma experience
Job Details
- Ratios:
- Non-Critical: 3:1 (4:1 with hallway during callouts)
- Critical Patients: 2:1
- Medical Borders in ED: 5:1
- Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 - 07:15)
- Call Requirement: No call
- Float Requirement: No float required
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Patient Diagnoses
The role involves caring for adult patients with conditions including STEMI, stroke, and Level 2 trauma. The unit handles approximately 170 visits per day with 53 rooms/beds available.
Unit Systems
Familiarity with PYXIS, EPIC, and SBAR is preferred.
Orientation
Successful candidates will undergo a 48-hour orientation program.
Dress Code
Scrubs must be navy blue.
Interview Process
Please provide your availability for interviews in the next 72 hours upon submission of your application to ensure smooth processing.
Additional Information
- Must pass EKG testing prior to starting in this specialty.
- No block scheduling will be allowed.
- 48-hour contracts will be offered with options for extended contracts of 13-26 weeks.