ED Holding RN
Wilmington, NC
Modern Healthcare Solutions
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses for a fast-paced emergency department observation unit. This role involves caring for medical/surgical adult patients in an acute care setting, including those in observation status.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage patients with a variety of medical/surgical diagnoses, including ED observation patients.
• Conduct cardiac monitoring and respond effectively to emergencies by interpreting dysrhythmias.
• Administer IV insulin protocols and manage bowel obstructions and colostomy/ileostomy care.
• Perform continuous bladder irrigation and manage pre/post hemodialysis for renal failure patients.
• Facilitate IV therapy, including accessing ports, administering blood products, and caring for central and peripheral lines.
• Provide medication management, including heparin and insulin drips.
• Deliver care for neurological conditions such as CVA and substance withdrawal.
• Assist with respiratory care, including chest tubes and noninvasive airway management.
• Maintain professionalism through effective documentation using Epic.
• Practice isolation precautions and wound care, utilizing Wound VAC when necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Experience in Med/Surg, MS/Tele, and telemetry settings preferred.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and MOAB certifications are required.
• Experience with thyroidectomy, traumatic brain injury, and tracheostomy care is a plus.
• Teaching hospital experience or Trauma Level II experience is preferred.

Shift and Scheduling

Shifts are 12 hours in length, with a requirement to work every other weekend. The RN may float to different units based on hospital needs. Additionally, contracted staff may be assigned to disaster response teams during significant events.

Patient Care Environment

The unit is responsible for managing a high volume of patients, with expected ratio of 1:6, occasionally 1:5 depending on patient needs. The staff includes Charge RNs, CNAs, and case managers to support patient care effectively.

Special Equipment and Systems

Standard medical equipment used includes cardiac monitors and IV pumps. Familiarity with medication management systems (Pyxis), electronic documentation systems (Epic), and communication protocols (SBAR) is essential.

Orientation and Scrubs

A 12-hour orientation will be provided. Staff are required to wear navy blue scrubs while on duty.

Interview Process

Please provide your availability for interviews within the next 72 hours upon application submission. A conversation with the hiring manager is required prior to an offer being extended.