ER Registered Nurse (RN)
San Luis Obispo, CA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Emergency Room Nurse is now available. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to individuals in the Emergency Room, utilizing assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Manage and prioritize several patients with varying degrees of acuity.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions and respond promptly to changes in status.
• Administer medications and perform procedures as dictated by protocols.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and health management.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Emergency Room
• Number of Beds: 14 beds and 2 treatment chairs
• Average Patients per Day: 65, fluctuating based on demand
• Patient Ratios: Generally 1:4, with 1:2 for ICU patients, and 1:1 for critical patients
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Trauma, strokes, ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), pediatric emergencies, flu, abdominal pain, orthopedic injuries
• The Emergency Room has a high patient acuity, with 70% of patients categorized as ESI severity index levels 1, 2, or 3.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Room nursing experience required.
• Certification Required: ACLS, BLS, and either PALS or ENPC.
• Experience with pediatric patients is essential for night shifts.
• Trauma experience is highly preferred.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Night Shift
• Shift Length: 12 hours (7 PM - 7 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: One weekend per month
• Holidays: Rotating schedule with permanent staff

Additional Information

• This position does not involve floating to other units.
• Orientation will consist of 3-4 shifts with a designated preceptor.
• Nurses are responsible for drawing their own lab samples approximately 60% of the time.
• Equipment used includes Cerner for electronic medical records and Philips for telemetry.
• Respiratory Therapy is available 24/7.

Location

Position located in a city with multiple facilities, offering robust emergency care services.