ER RN
Longmont, CO
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Emergency Room Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Emergency Room Nurse to join our team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in emergency care and be equipped to handle a variety of critical situations while maintaining patient safety and providing high-quality care.

Job Details

• Unit: Emergency Room (ER)
• Acute Care Type: Trauma Level 3
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years
• Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirements: Every other holiday

Floating Requirements

This position requires the ability to float within a 60-mile radius across multiple locations in the region. Candidates should ensure that their housing arrangements accommodate this floating requirement throughout their assignment.

Orientation

All clinicians are expected to be present in the state for a week of orientation, even if initial training modules are completed remotely.

Responsibilities

• Assess and triage patients, providing immediate life-saving interventions as necessary.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive emergency care.
• Manage patient care, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications and treatments.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments and interventions.
• Supervise and support nursing assistants, EMTs, and other staff as needed.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and continuous quality improvement programs.

Qualifications

• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, NIHSS, TNCC
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Abdominal pain, diabetes mellitus (DM), NSTEMI, pneumonia, trauma, stroke, hypertension (HTN)
• Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:4-5 based on acuity
• Experience: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple patients effectively.

Additional Information

In this role, you will be supported by a dedicated team including registered nurses, techs, and respiratory therapists, ensuring a collaborative and efficient work environment. The Emergency Room operates continuously, and staff will be expected to maintain competency in various emergency procedures.