Job Title: RN - Emergency Department
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Emergency Department
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year of current hospital Emergency Department experience
License: Active RN license
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIH, ENPC, CPI Blue Card
Must-Have:
Candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.
At least 1 year of current hospital Emergency Department experience
BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIH, and ENPC certifications
CPI Blue Card
Description:
The Emergency Department has 24 beds and a staff of 45.
Day shift consists of 4 RNs, 1 Charge RN, 2 mid-shift RNs, 1 mid-shift Unit Clerk, and 1 EMT.
Night shift consists of 4 RNs, 1 night EMT, and 1 night Charge RN.
The patient-to-nurse ratio is 4:1, which may increase to 5:1 during surges.
Equipment includes GE monitors and EMR system is Meditech.
Typical procedures performed in the unit include port access, IV start, venipuncture, and nasal wash.
Point of care testing such as troponin, lactic acid, and urine dip occurs.
EKG and Foley placement are also standard procedures.
The ideal candidate possesses a caring, compassionate, and friendly demeanor.
It is essential to be easy to communicate with and willing to go above and beyond.
Candidates with preferred skills will be considered first.
Preferred skills include CEN, CPEN, and US IV competency.
Experience in a pediatric emergency department is a plus.
New equipment and technologies may be used in the unit.
A team with diverse tenure and experience provides a supportive environment.
Flexible scheduling options may also be available.