Perform initial patient assessments upon arrival, implement triage protocols, and accurately identify cardiac arrhythmias in a timely manner. Key Responsibilities Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions, plans of care, and patient goals in a fast-paced Emergency Department setting.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Gardner, MA
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Location
Gardner, MA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 36 hours/week | 3:00 PM – 3:00 AM | Every other weekend | Every other holiday
Key Responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions, plans of care, and patient goals in a fast-paced Emergency Department setting
Perform initial patient assessments upon arrival, implement triage protocols, and accurately identify cardiac arrhythmias in a timely manner
Safely administer medications, intravenous therapy, and vasoactive medications in accordance with physician orders, protocols, and established policies
Identify patients at risk for abuse or violent behavior and initiate appropriate safety plans and mandated reporting per policy
Collect and document forensic evidence, maintain chain of evidence, and complete required mandated reports for applicable cases per policy and procedure
Provide thorough and accurate documentation of assessments, therapeutic interventions, patient responses, and medication reconciliation according to established standards
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in Nursing (ASN) required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license required
AHA BLS certification required upon hire; AHA ACLS required upon hire or must be obtained within 60 days of hire
AHA PALS must be obtained within six (6) months of hire
Preferred Experience / Skills
3–5 years of Emergency Department nursing experience preferred