ER RN
Silverdale, WA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Emergency Room Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will work effectively in a fast-paced environment, providing high-quality care to a diverse patient population.

Shift Information

• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Based on unit needs and demands

Unit Information

The Emergency Room unit consists of:

• 56 beds with the capacity to accommodate up to 70 patients
• A dedicated 6-bed Fast Track area
• A separate Triage area with 5 beds
• 18 designated beds for inpatient holding
• A locked hall containing 6 private treatment rooms for psychiatric care

Patient Care Responsibilities

The Emergency Room Nurse will manage a patient load typically ranging from 170 to 200 patients per day. Patient care involves:

• Assessment and treatment of a variety of conditions, including Cardiac, Stroke, Sepsis, DKA, AMS, Respiratory issues, Abdominal pain, and Mental Health crises.
• Maintaining patient ratios of 1:3 or 1:4 for low-acuity patients.
• Utilizing electronic medical records (EMR) through Epic for documentation and charting.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, applicants must have the following:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in an emergency department or larger trauma setting. New travelers with at least 1 year of experience may be considered.
• Certifications: Current ACLS, BLS, TNCC, and PALS or ENPC certifications.

Operational Support

• In-house security personnel available.
• Support staff including ED Technicians and CNAs to assist with patient care and 1:1 sitter assignments.
• Radiology department located adjacent to the ED for efficient imaging services.
• Nursing and ED Techs primarily responsible for lab draws, with lab assistance available for difficult cases.

Additional Information

• No additional call or standby requirements.
• Professional dress code with flexibility in scrub colors.
• Orientation includes one day of compliance training and a second day dedicated to departmental protocols and procedures.
• Requests for time off (RTO) will not be accepted during the first full week of assignment.