Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Winnebago, NE
GLC On-The-Go
3x12 hrs, Nights

NE- ER RN - Nights

Winnebago Comprehensive Healthcare System 

235 S. Bluff St PO Box HH, Winnebago, NE 68071

Guaranteed Hours: 36

Shift Information: 12 hours shifts - Nights

We are seeking an experienced Travel Emergency Room RN for a 13-week Nights shift assignment.

Job Purpose & Position Overview

Provide direct patient care to a service population of approximately 10,000 people, using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.  The Emergency Department is staffed 24 hours per day/seven days a week and has a Physician on duty at all times.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

Demonstrate the WCHS core mission, vision and values

Assesses patients presenting for emergency care and triages based on history, physical assessment and chief complaint.

Provides comprehensive nursing care for acutely ill and/or critically ill patients.

Administers therapeutic measure as prescribed by the physician to include, but not limited to, medication administration, intravenous fluids, blood transfusions, treatment and maintains those measures taken which are ongoing in nature.

Operates and monitors specialized medical equipment.

Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and service providers to ensure optimal patient care services.

Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by a physician.

Cleans and bandages wounds.

Displays professionalism while completing multiple urgent tasks.

Records all care information concisely, accurately, and efficiently and in the appropriate format on the appropriate forms.

Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Adheres to and upholds HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications/Skills:

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nebraska or multi state licensure in a nurse licensure compact state.

Associate’s Degree in Nursing required. Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing preferred.

Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

At least two (2) years of professional nursing experience, preferably with one (1) year in an Emergency Room setting.