ER RN
Rapid City, SD
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Information

We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide exceptional care in a fast-paced Emergency Department (ED) environment. The ED handles approximately 150-180 patients daily, with a range of services and specialties available.

Facility Overview

• Main ED with a total of 33 beds, including:
• 8 beds dedicated for Trauma/Resuscitation
• 1 pod with 4 Behavioral Health rooms (can be converted for Medical use)
• 5 pods equipped with 4 rooms and a hall bed each
• Vertical care area with a waiting room/holding area for patient care.

Patient Types

• All age groups from neonates to geriatric patients.
• Care for a variety of conditions including but not limited to:
• Sepsis
• Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
• Respiratory illnesses
• Gastrointestinal bleeds
• Heavy trauma, particularly during peak summer months (e.g., stab wounds, gunshot wounds, motor vehicle collisions, drownings, and falls)
• Stroke care up to 24 hours after symptoms onset
• Experience with Sexual Assault patients and evidence collection is required.
• Care for critically ill pediatric patients.
• Management of cardiac patients with access to a cardiac catheter lab.

Qualifications

Minimum experience required:

• 2 years of Emergency Department experience for Registered Nurses (travel experience excluded). Candidates with 1.5 years of ED experience and 2 years of experience in other settings may be considered upon manager approval.

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) preferred.

Patient Ratios

The expected patient care ratios are:

• Registered Nurse: 1:4-5
• Licensed Practical Nurse: 1:4-5
• ED Technician: 1:10

Support on the Unit

• Dedicated ED Technicians, Lead Technicians, and Charge Nurses are available around the clock.
• 24/7 physician and hospitalist coverage.
• Continuous availability of Respiratory Therapists.
• Phlebotomy services available 24/7.

Charting System and Equipment

• EPIC for electronic medical records.
• Omnicell and Alaris equipment utilized in the unit.

Orientation

The orientation process includes:

• 8 hours of Facility New Employee Orientation
• 4 hours of ED-specific education
• A minimum of (2) 12-hour shifts on the unit, with additional shifts for contracted hours.

Scheduling

Scheduling includes variable shifts with the following times:

• 0630-1900
• 1000-2230
• 1200-0030
• 1400-0200
• 1830-0700

Travelers may be scheduled to work every weekend based on staffing needs.

Other Notes

• Opportunity to precept students in the unit.
• Scrub color required: Navy.
• Free