ED RN
Craig, CO
Modern Healthcare Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN)

Shift Information

Nights

Minimum Years of Experience

0.0

Certifications/Requirements

• General Certifications: PALS, BLS/BCLS, ACLS
• Nursing Certifications: TNCC

Position Purpose

The primary responsibility is to coordinate and implement an individualized plan of care for each patient using the nursing process, while practicing within the scope, standards, policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Position-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans based on patient assessment to optimize outcomes and maximize available resources.
• Utilize prioritization and critical thinking skills, demonstrating decisive judgment, and work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Comply with triage, treatment, evaluation, and documentation guidelines.
• Employ evidence-based practices to collaborate with the healthcare team for quality outcomes and coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and psychosocial support.
• Identify barriers to effective communication, considering psychosocial, literacy, financial, and cultural aspects.
• Evaluate learning needs of patients and/or families and provide appropriate education based on age, culture, condition, and circumstance.
• Delegate patient care effectively to ancillary personnel, potentially precepting student nurses and new hires.
• Practice in accordance with professional ethics as outlined in the ANA Code of Ethics and the Colorado State Nurse Practice Act.
• Demonstrate compassionate attitudes and behaviors to foster therapeutic relationships and engage in patient and family education as applicable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Organization-Specific Performance Expectations, Duties, and Responsibilities

• Exhibit a commitment to organizational values and represent the organization positively and professionally.
• Establish and maintain effective verbal and written communication to foster positive relationships with patients, staff, and vendors.
• Adhere to the organizational attire and dress code in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Show initiative and self-motivation; maintain productivity and effectively manage time and responsibilities.
• Complete all required annual education, training, in-services, and licensure/certification updates; actively participate in departmental and organizational meetings.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality consistently.
• Report to work punctually and complete assigned duties within established timeframes.
• Contribute to departmental and organization-wide performance improvement and continuous quality initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, adhering to departmental, hospital, state, and federal standards and policies.
• Follow all infection control, safety, and risk management procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients, the public, and staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age (21 for positions requiring driving, with a valid driver's license).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test (if applicable).
• Must complete an Employee Health meeting prior to starting employment.

Education, Licensure(s), and Certification(s)

• Current and active Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact license - Required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or to be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire) - Required
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (or to be obtained within six (6) months of hire) - Required
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification (or to be obtained within one (1) year of hire) - Required
• Current Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification (or to be obtained within one (1) year of hire) - Required
• Current STABLE certification (or to be obtained within one (1) year of hire) - Required</