Job title: Staff RN - Emergency Department
Work Location: Emergency Department
Division/Department: Nursing Services
Reports to: Director of Nursing
Position Summary: Our hospital is looking for a compassionate and quick thinking ER Nurse to join our emergency team. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling initial patient assessments, performing laboratory work, point of care testing and associated administrative tasks. The ER nurse will also collaborate with ER doctors on discharge plans and create outpatient instructions for each patient that is not admitted to the hospital. If you are a compassionate and knowledgeable caregiver with previous nursing experience, we encourage you to apply. This is a PRN Nonexempt Hourly position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: ER Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of ER Nurses include (but are not limited to):
Collects current symptoms, as well as a detailed patient history and then consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans Performs triage, while considering both physical and psychosocial elements Manages basic life support needs and stabilizes patients until the attending physician is available, based upon nursing standards and protocol Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology Records patients' current vital signs Works directly under physicians, assisting them during exams, diagnostic testing and treatments Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse Provides IV therapy Cleans and bandages wounds Provides basic, bedside care Maintains proper supplies and appropriate medical equipment to care for patients Reports any suspected abuse to the appropriate agencies Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation, as well as provides referrals to other healthcare professionals for follow-up treatment Displays professionalism while completing multiple urgent tasks in a timely manner Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Associate, bachelor or master's degree from an accredited nursing program Current RN licensure Mississippi Board of Nursing Certifications as required, based on area of work, such as BLS, CPR, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC Relevant experience Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff Basic computer skills Professional, friendly attitude Excellent bedside manner In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Responsible and compassionate Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills Excellent problem-solving skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices Physical Requirements: The RN must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; u se stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; bend or twist their body; u nderstand the speech of another person and speak clearly so listeners can understand; and see details of objects that are less than a few feet away and at a distance. The RN must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds on an as needed basis.
