Emergency Department Registered Nurse (Trauma & Supervisory)
Metropolis, IL
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Contract)

Location: Metropolis, Illinois
Specialty: Nursing
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics.
• Provide care for trauma patients of all ages.
• Serve as house supervisor when necessary, including weekends, holidays, and night shifts.
• Communicate with EMS, 911, ambulance services, and first responders using two-way radio.
• Prioritize and reassess patients in the Emergency Room (ER) based on acuity.
• Perform patient call-backs following ER treatment as per policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive nursing assessments and document appropriately.
• Administer medications or delegate medication administration to LPNs.
• Perform or delegate nursing interventions ensuring safe and effective care.
• Advocate for patients and evaluate responses to interventions and care plans.
• Provide health education to patients and families/caregivers.
• Administer blood products.
• Supervise LPNs and CNAs as needed to ensure competent patient care.
• Pass competency and proficiency testing as required by the department or hospital.
• Maintain current professional licenses and certifications.

Additional Duties

• Comply with hospital policies including safety, HIPAA, infection control, and accreditation standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, families, coworkers, and physicians.
• Participate in staff meetings and hospital committees as appropriate.
• Work in an organized, accountable, and competent manner, following instructions.
• Demonstrate respect, courtesy, and care in all interactions.
• Show initiative and ownership in job performance.
• Adapt to changing assignments and serve a diverse community.
• Promote hospital services within the service delivery area.
• Function effectively under stressful conditions involving workload and interdepartmental coordination.
• Keep knowledge and skills current through education, in-services, and training.
• Report concerns or problems to the next shift or manager.
• Assist others with their work as needed.

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS/BCLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• ATT (Advanced Trauma Training)

This position requires a motivated nurse comfortable working in a fast-paced, diverse environment with trauma and emergency care responsibilities, including supervisory duties.