DescriptionAs a REGISTERED NURSE (RN) you will:
- Apply professional emergency nursing skills in the care and treatment of acutely ill and injured patients utilizing the nursing process; assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Use nursing process and provides care within Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON) scope of practice and in accordance with hospital policies/procedures; alerts Charge nurse of concerns.
- Promote patient-centered care through respect of patient's value, preferences, and expressed needs, coordination and integration of care, and transition and continuity.
- Collaborate with the patient, significant others, and ancillary departments to create a multidisciplinary healthcare team whose goal is to provide care that is continuous and well-coordinated.
- Triage patients quickly and efficiently per the Emergency Department's policies specific to Triage.
- Document accurately and thoroughly the assessment findings and care plan progress.
- Provide oversight and delegates to (as appropriate) LPNs, CNAs, and Unit Secretary (i.e. overseeing documentation, cares, and general operations of the unit).
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, resident, and personnel information.
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about optimizing patient care? We are looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:
Required Education, Experience, and Skills:
- Graduate from an accredited and approved nursing program required.
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of Iowa required.
- Minimum of 6 months of acute care nursing.
- BLS certification within 30 days of start date
- ACLS Certification within specified period after employment.
- PALS Provider or ENPC within specified period after employment.
- TNCC within 6 months of employment.
- Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter within 30 days of employment.
- Ability to maintain a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers, physicians, patients, residents, volunteers, and visitors.
- Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
- Ability to delegate wisely, exercise good judgment, maintain positive interpersonal relationships, adapt to change, evaluate critically and think creatively.
- Must demonstrate knowledge and skills required for specialized area of assignment.
- Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide nursing care appropriate to patients of all ages.
- Must demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Must have legal authorization to work in the United States
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or higher
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
- Previous ED or critical care nursing
Additional Details:
Department: Inpatient and Skill Unit / Emergency Department
Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time
Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts, 7:00am - 7:00pm - 1/3 in ED; 2/3 Inpatient
Salary Range: $30.00 - $47.63 per hour (competitive and commensurate with experience)
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join our dedicated team at Story County Medical Center!
